[funnyflamigo]

Disclaimer: I think everyone in this thread agrees we should try to improve the lives of all animals

> why not just stick with feeding the locals? At least those are free to decide to visit you or not.

This is almost never a good idea (for any animal). Assuming you're feeding them the right type of food (bread is terrible for ducks for example), you're training the animals to rely on humans for food. This both makes it more difficult for them to survive on their own should you stop feeding them, but for some of the potentially aggressive ones (like geese) will become comfortable approaching humans, even the humans who do not want to be near them.

I've read your stance on animal rescue places and I generally agree - most aren't good or are glorified zoos. But I do think there's genuine ones that are helpful, and I think between those and rescues where you can give the animal direct attention are the best ways to humanely assist animals who would otherwise die in the wild.

My problem is with the traders and terrible owners who only use them as a show piece. A good owner should be providing ample enrichment and attention