Natural Science Forum / Biology / Paleontology / July 2007

Hi:

I know I've brought this subject up before but I just can't get over
it. I apologize profusely to those who might be annoyed. However,
there is a difference in this post and the last post on this topic
about ancient crows.

The following is a description of the monster crow [an extinct species
of crows]:

The monster crow is a mega-winged, mini-bodied crow. It is the most
terrifying creature on the earth. Its body is 1,000 times smaller than
that of the average infant crow. Yet its wings [including their
feathers and the number of feathers] are 1,000 times bigger than that
of the average adult crow. Now, the wings of the monster crow maybe a
1,000 times bigger than today's average adult crow. However, the flesh
that is present in these monster wings is a 1,000 times thinner than
the flesh present in the wings of today' average juvenile crow.

Unlike most crows - which are black-colored - the monster crow is
white colored. It is pure white. Also, unlike today's crows, the
monster crow does not contain any form of any adipose tissue at all.

In addition, the monster crow does not have a beak or claws. It also
does not make the 'caacaa' sound of most crows. In fact, the monster
crow does not vocalize at all.

The only sounds made by the monster crow are the sounds generated by
its wings as it flies through their [without flapping its wings].

The shape of the monster crow is similar to that of regular crows.
However, the monster crow's flight speed is extremely slow -- around
1,000 times slower than the average juvenile crow of today.

The monster crow also rarely - if ever - flaps its wings. Whenever in
flight, the monster crow keeps its wings completely spread-out and
pointed slightly -- yet noticeably -- upward [rarely, if ever
downward].

/ \ is downward

\ / is upward.

Think of the edges of the above slashes as the wings.

The wings are also pointed forward and not at all backward. Most
airplanes have their wings pointed backward.

\
/

The above two slashes represent backward-pointed wings.

The following two slashes represent forward-pointed wings:

/
\

This monster crow is terrifying because it will accidentally tickle
you with its spread-out wings if you are in its environment. This
monster crow does not mean to scare you but it has little control over
its flight.

With its wings spread out, it will slowly and softy brush against your
skin as it flies close to you. This crow does not want to tickle you
but since it has great difficult in controlling its movement, you'll
definitely be tickled if you are close to it.

The tickling sensation is extremely terrifying and disgusting.

The psychological trauma is so intense that it affects the genes of
all mammals.

All mammals fear the monster crow even without being exposed to it.
This is because their remote ancestors [millions of years ago] were
touched by the tickly wings of the monster crow.

Thankfully the monster crow is now extinct. The extinction was likely
due to geographical and climatic changes.

All mammals have an innate fear of the monster crow due to genetic
factors that evolved millions of years ago. It's only natural.

To all:

I have a neurological disability called Asperger's Syndrome.

I would like to give you some information about my disability. The
reason I am posting this message about Asperger's is to help avoid any
potential misunderstandings [though it's probably too late].

I have been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome (AS). AS is a
neurological condition that causes significant impairment in social
interactions. People with AS see the world differently and this can
often bring them in conflict with conventional ways of thinking. They
have difficulty in reading body language, and interpreting subtle
cues. In my situation, I have significant difficulty with natural
conversation, reading social cues, and maintaining eye contact. This
can lead to a great deal of misunderstanding about my intent or my
behavior. For example, I may not always know what to say in social
situations, so I may look away or may not say anything. I also may not
always respond quickly when asked direct questions, but if given time
I am able express my ideas.

On Usenet, the text-equivalent of my disability is probably noticed. I
do apologize profusely, for any inconvenience it causes.

Thank you very much in advance for your understanding, cooperation,
and assistance.

Regards,

Radium