Kip’s Comments - August 3, 2025

I Haven’t Seen This Before

Before I delve into today’s thoughts, allow me to explain that no - I have not missed days shooting pictures. My wife and I traveled to Tennessee where we joined many other family members for a family reunion. Trust me… while in Tennessee I shot many pictures and will share some soon. First though, I want to review them.

Today I found something I do not remember seeing before - a river otter that had been hit by a vehicle. The location of the kill was near a bridge on the Wapsipinicon River. That the otter chose to cross the road rather than swim under the bridge proved to be a fatal mistake.

For those wondering, I did move the dead otter off the road to prevent a bald eagle or turkey vulture from meeting the same fate when dining on the highway.

Dead River Otter - Image 1007543