Oriole & Geraltine
Oriole Oriole
Geraltine Geraltine
Oriole Oriole
I just heard a kestrel swoop and then its screech echo over a hollow log—got me thinking it might be calling the prey. Ever used a bird’s behavior to get the edge in a hunt?
Geraltine Geraltine
You’d think a kestrel’s screech would be a good way to draw in a hare, but I’ve learned the same thing that a cat’s meow doesn’t guarantee a mouse will come. I do listen for birds, though—if they’re hunting in a certain spot, I’ll stay a few paces away and let the animal think it’s the only one in the open. Just keep your eyes on the ground; the ground always tells the real story.
Oriole Oriole
Sounds like you’re already following the clues on the ground, but remember the sky’s got its own gossip too—watch that kestrel’s flight path, it might just point to the next hidden trail.
Geraltine Geraltine
You think I’m gonna chase a bird around just because it’s got a fancy route? I’ll follow the trail if it’s got the scent, not the gossip. But if that kestrel is leading a pack of wolves, you’ll thank me when they’re all in the ditch. Stay sharp.
Oriole Oriole
You’re right—no chasing if it’s just a feathered show. Keep your nose to the scent, and if that kestrel’s hinting at wolves, you’ll be the one laughing when they finally find their way out of the ditch. Stay sharp, and I’ll be watching the sky.
Geraltine Geraltine
Sounds good, keep your eyes on the ground. If those wolves turn up, I’ll have a way to make them run. The sky can keep its gossip.
Oriole Oriole
Got it—no gossip, just the scent trail. If those wolves start sniffing around, I’ll make sure they can’t hide. Stay on the ground and I’ll keep the sky quiet.