On King Tutt's gold sarcophagus, on his head is a vulture and a cobra proudly
representing his authority over lower and upper Egypt. I think the vulture held a higher position in ancient times than it does today! Great to re read these posts with you Mark. I had to look up the definition of carrion. Just to be sure I knew what we were talking about...
I have developed an interest in birds in the last few years ..small ones singing. The big majestic birds will also hold fascination. In terms of the food chain and traditions, people usually ate what was local and affordable, and if you were poor variety wasn't a choice. The venders of the Chinese'wet markets' are of meager income and circumstances, so those are essential to their survival. Dictatorship nations like China contribute to the poverty of their people. The ravages of Co-vid lay at the feet of such nations
Definitely an unusual topic and yet you managed to turn it into a full-fledged discussion. Whenever I hear the word "vulture," I immediately see cartoon vultures because that's where we always saw them and only saw them there. Growing up, they provided laughs more than anything else for little kids. Good job.
"Keep calm and carrion." Best title ever - I love it! But I'm sure glad for the additional reasons to continue to be a vegetarian. We have turkey vultures around here and they are very cool birds. Thank you for an interesting and educational article!
On King Tutt's gold sarcophagus, on his head is a vulture and a cobra proudly
representing his authority over lower and upper Egypt. I think the vulture held a higher position in ancient times than it does today! Great to re read these posts with you Mark. I had to look up the definition of carrion. Just to be sure I knew what we were talking about...
I have developed an interest in birds in the last few years ..small ones singing. The big majestic birds will also hold fascination. In terms of the food chain and traditions, people usually ate what was local and affordable, and if you were poor variety wasn't a choice. The venders of the Chinese'wet markets' are of meager income and circumstances, so those are essential to their survival. Dictatorship nations like China contribute to the poverty of their people. The ravages of Co-vid lay at the feet of such nations
Thank you Anne. Very kind.
1. The idea of farm-sized bottles of pepto bismo makes me sad
2. Now I am so curious to know the order in which various diners feast on carrion
3. And I will be of course reading about pangolins the rest of the evening. I’ve never even heard of this creature. So crazy looking!!!
Interesting article other than not being 100% accurate when talking about pharmaceuticals. A good pharmacist could set you straight.
Definitely an unusual topic and yet you managed to turn it into a full-fledged discussion. Whenever I hear the word "vulture," I immediately see cartoon vultures because that's where we always saw them and only saw them there. Growing up, they provided laughs more than anything else for little kids. Good job.
"Keep calm and carrion." Best title ever - I love it! But I'm sure glad for the additional reasons to continue to be a vegetarian. We have turkey vultures around here and they are very cool birds. Thank you for an interesting and educational article!
I loved that radiolab episode. And if you need an explanatory drawing in the future shoot me a message! I'd be happy to give it a go.