Just in from Iowa, a wild turkey has seized complete control of traffic patterns! Each morning during rush hour, Jake lurks at the roadside. When drivers slow to admire his dashing good looks, this Terroristic Tom rushes the motorists, and halts their cars. And what of the motorists that step out of their vehicles and attempt to shoo Jake? He circles their car and makes wild turkey gestures.

Read about Jake the mad turkey

Now, why mention this turkey harassment? Three reasons. First, next week writer guy sends two turkeys to the great beyond in the trusty frying kit, so it’s topical. Second, I didn’t know there were enough cars in Iowa for traffic. Finally, a bizzare nature story trumps the bear who drank a case and half of beer.