Amanda's Books and More: A Handsome Peacock and a Linky

We have a handsome peacock that visits our property everyday. There are a couple of peahens that hang around too. The birds belong to Amanda's school, which is close to our home. Her school also keeps free roaming geese, ducks, turkeys, and rabbits. The children are taught to respect the animals, but it's not always possible to monitor all the children all the time.

Amanda was recently bitten above her ankle during break by a large black duck named Blackie. She didn't see it in time to get away. Her teacher took her straight to the principal and to other teachers to show the bite mark. I think her teacher was fed up with the duck. I've witnessed its aggressive behavior during one of Amanda's sports days. Amanda told me that she thinks it turned mean from being teased. It attacks without being provoked, so I'm glad the teacher made a fuss.

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