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PHOTO OP: Look Into My Eyes
PHOTO OP: Look Into My Eyes
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Study: Baby Ducks Relieve Stress
Study: Baby Ducks Relieve Stress
by Scott Friedstein, FluffPo Correspondent
According to a study just released by Duke University, baby ducks can greatly reduce stress levels in those holding them.
“Stress is a constant in modern life,” says head researcher David Burke. “Thankfully, so are baby ducks. We found that holding onto one for just a minute stimulates dopamine receptors and lowers blood pressure. It was a real surprise.”
The study also suggests the addition of baby ducks where they’re perhaps needed the most – in the workplace.
“Work environments can be particularly stressful,” says Burke. “Keeping one of these fuzzy little guys at your desk can help take the edge off and give you something cute to look at. It’s a win-win.”
The findings will be published in next month’s American Journal of Medicine alongside a companion study citing hamsters as excellent mood stabilizers.
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PHOTO OP: So I Says to Mabel, I Says…
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Owl Second Guessing Move to Caribbean
Owl Second Guessing Move to Caribbean
By Anna Washenko, FluffPo Correspondent
Recently retired owl Amber last month moved to the US Virgin Island of St. Croix. But what was intended to be a quiet retirement, living out her golden years in paradise, has turned into a nightmare.
“She’s become the center of attention everywhere she goes on the island. People just stare at her, sometimes even through binoculars,” said close friend Alex Marinelli. "It’s rude. It’s like they’ve never seen an owl before.“
According to owl expert Dr. Nathan Twony of Ball State University, that very well could be the case.
"Long eared owls don’t usually get down that far south,” he said. “Seeing a bird like Amber in St. Croix would understandably cause quite a stir. I’m sure the local ornithological community is pretty excited.”
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