The Love Language of the Wildlife We Love. It’s Valentine's Day so let’s talk flirting! We know that dating can be intense, but let’s take a look at some of the wild and wacky ways our wildlife send their love to one another!
Love Language: DANCING (Quality Time):
Turkey: We know and love their sounds, but did you know that Turkeys have quite elaborate courtship behaviors? Male turkeys will strut their stuff, with their tails fanned and their wings dragging on the ground as they try to impress their mates! In true-love fashion, their waddles will turn from blue to bright red and they will call to potential mates with voices that only a mother could love. If the female turkey is into it they will do a little dance with each other in a circle. This just goes to show you should never be afraid to strut your stuff!
Love Language (Physical Affection):
Barred Owls: They attract mates by swaying back and forth on a shared branch with raised wings while sidling along a branch until they snuggle up to one another. The males may bring the females snacks and they often will preen each other's feathers. These birds mate for life and maintain the same territories and nest sites for many years so if it works for them, maybe it’ll work for you!
Long Distance Relationships:
Cougars: With these feisty felines, it’s the female who goes after a mate, which is slightly unusual for most wildlife. She may call out with a sound called caterwauling, which can be heard more than 5 miles away, and leave scent markings throughout her territory for her potential mate to find. Once two cougars have identified each other as potential partners, the male will circle around the female territory for a few days in what is called a courtship circle. When they get close enough, the male will spend a few days with the female, bringing her food and just being generally a nice guy. He doesn’t win Dad of the Year though, male cougars are not involved in raising their offspring and only spend a few days with their mates each year! We aren’t here to judge though. Whatever works for them!
What’s your love language?
Acts of Service: Show your love for wildlife by donating to Friends of Oatland Island in the name of your sweetheart today! CLICK HERE TO DONATE!
Quality Time: Spend some time with your loved one in Nature by visiting Oatland and becoming a member: BUY A MEMBERSHIP NOW
Receiving Gifts: Purchase something perfect for your loved one from our Gift Shop today! CLICK HERE TO VISIT OUR ONLINE STORE.
Physical Touch: Oatland Island’s trails are the perfect place to walk hand-in-hand during our many events! Just don't touch the wildlife. CLICK HERE to See what adventure awaits you at upcoming events!
Words of Affirmation: Tell your partner you love them at Oatland! Buy a board for our walkway and etch any message you like into it! You’ll be able to see the message every time you visit! BUY A BOARD HERE!
Any if you're single this year? Just know that Friends of Oatland Island will always want to be your Valentine! We love each and every one of you!
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