The Buffalo and the Field Mouse
Once upon a time, when the Field-Mouse was out gathering wild beans for the winter, his neighbor, the Buffalo, came down to graze in the meadow. This the little Mouse did not like, for he knew that the other would mow down all the long grass with his prickly tongue, and there would be no place in which to hide. He made up his mind to offer battle like a man.
"Ho, Friend Buffalo, I challenge you to a fight! "he exclaimed in a small, squeaking voice.
The Buffalo paid no attention, thinking it only a joke. The Mouse angrily repeated the challenge, and still his enemy went on quietly grazing. Then the little Mouse laughed with contempt as he offered his defiance. The Buffalo at last looked at him and replied carelessly:
"You had better keep still, little one, or I shall come over there and step on you, and there will be nothing left! "
"You can't do it! "replied the Mouse.
"I tell you to keep still,"insisted the Buffalo, who was getting angry. "If you speak to me again, I shall certainly come and put an end to you! "
"I dare you to do it! "said the Mouse, provoking him.
Field Mouse Brigade
The Field Mouse is a small rodent, found in long rolling plains or alternately old houses and any place in between. Low on the food chain, these beasts reproduce at an alarming rate. They aren't especially vicious and rely on their size, speed, and own ingenuity to survive. Unlike the rat, or for that matter most other animals, the Field Mouse is unusually intelligent. It has been proven by researchers that Field Mice will, if given the time, think out a strategy before doing something. A Field Mouse is also unusually fast for its size. It can move its legs incredibly fast and go at a speed of almost ten strals per hour. A final interesting ability is its sense of smell, which is by no means exceptional, but it is much better than a man's. Field Mice assess situations before doing anything and if they judge it to be too risky, or impossible, or useless, they will not do it. They are often assumed cowardly but more are cautious, not wanting to risk their lives, they consciously look out for themselves and their family.Tucson & vicinity
Photos from the 2007 New Years Rendezvous!
