A mini episode about one of the world's cutest predators.

The Shrike

Henry David Thoreau

Hark—hark—from out the thickest fog
Warbles with might and main
The fearless shrike, as all agog
To find in fog his gain.

His steady sail he never furls
At any time o' year,
And perched now on winter's curls,
He whistles in his ear.

The shrike likes to leisurely enjoy its meals... skewered. WORLD'S DEADLIEST AIRS TUESDAYS at 9P.

World's Weirdest: Freaks of the Sky : SUN OCT 14 at 4P et/pt : http://animals.nationalgeographic.com It might look like a lightweight, but the shrike is a stone-cold killer. The thorns of the acacia tree are perfect for impaling prey, and they double as a pantry. Lizard on the barbie, anyone?

Loggerhead Shrike with tiny frog attempting to impale its prey. Viera Wetlands, FL

Shrike has a Meal - By: Mark H. Vance - Be sure to check out all of Mark's bird videos at http://www.youtube.com/markinsrq5 Please subscribe if you like birds, many more great videos to come! Thanks Mark Vance 5342 Clark Rd #144 Sarasota, FL 34233 The Celery Fields - Sarasota, Florida Facebook Page - http://www.facebook.com/groups/218447741581516/ Please join!