Skulls in the Office


A few weeks ago, Jack and I were visiting the office of a State park in Arizona. While we were waiting for the supervisor, we looked around the waiting area. On one of the walls was one of those industrial metal shelving units, like some people use in their garages. On a sort of display, but not a formal display, was a lot of desert paraphernelia. There were snake skins, tusks of desert pigs (javelinas), rocks, and various skulls, most of which we assumed were coyote skulls.

So, after our meeting, Jack glanced over to the display and asked the park supervisor, if the skulls were all found in the park. She replied that "yes, all of them were found in the park, even the cow skull." So, I pointed to the coyote skulls and mentioned that she must see a lot of coyote skulls. To my horror, she told me, "No, those are domestic dog skulls, from dog owners who let their dogs loose while camping."

I think that's all I need to tell you.

Comments:
In Death Valley National Park, rangers keep a running tab on dogs that disappear in the night -- a midnight snack for the coyotes.
 
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