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Emus On The Loose In North Carolina Again And Again And Again

Author Debbie Nance

So, when I awoke to see a story about emus on the loose in North Carolina, I had no idea this was a recurring problem.  Well, I started doing some digging to get more info on the latest escape.  And, that’s when I started finding story after story of emus making a break for it.

According to WFMY, the latest incident of emus on the loose in North Carolina takes us to Pfafftown.  And, Forsyth County officials report not one, but multiple emus running free.  However, they assure the public the flightless birds pose no harm.  Ok, so that’s one story of emus roaming free in North Carolina.  But, there can’t be more can there?  Oh, yes there can.

Next, in trying to get more information on the latest escape, I went down the emu, I mean rabbit hole.  And, that’s when I discovered North Carolina had at least three reports of emus on the loose last year.  Furthermore, another loose emu report took place in 2019.  Back then, the elusive emu referred to sometimes as ‘Fluffy’ and ‘Eno,’ escaped in Orange County, North Carolina.  The five foot tall, 100 pound bird remained on the loose for several weeks that summer.

WRAL reported back then that kindergarten students made ‘wanted’ posters and songs about the escaped animal.  There were social media handles devoted to the bird, as well as images on tee shirts.  And, sadly, the bird died during efforts to capture it.

So, fast forward to 2022 in Lenoir, North Carolina.  And, that’s where we catch up with ‘Kevin.’  WBTV reported that particular emu simply walked up and lay down beside a family.  They called authorities and located owners, who retrieved the emu.  And, officials learned Kevin lived 30 miles away in Moravian Falls.

But, that’s not all.  Jump to 2023.  And, everyone was talking about the escape of ‘Biggie’ and ‘Kimmie.’  Also, in Orange County, the pair, named for Biggie Smalls and Lil’ Kim, had quite the adventure.  The two got out through a hole in their enclosure.  And, they eluded capture for a bit.  Plus, they even wound up in a State Senator’s yard in Chapel Hill for a brief time.  So, after quite a trek, the owner eventually safely retrieved the pair.  But, Biggie put up quite a fight.  Apparently, the talons are large and emus pack a kick.

Wow.  I had no idea.  Well, I could go on with other tales of emus on the loose in North Carolina.  However, we’ll just leave it here.  And, we’ll follow the latest incident in Pfafftown for more news.

Can You Guess the Most Dangerous Animals in North Carolina?

Well, we all know North Carolina is home to many different species of animals across the state. From unique pets to animals you find on the beach to animals you find up in the mountains. The state has so many different types of living areas for animals that it is kind of wild to think about how many different homes we offer them. But, not all of these animals are ones you should play with. Think about it, not every animal is a kind, friendly dog. We have some dangerous species to beware of within the state.

Animal Vivid wants to be sure we are all aware of what creatures we should stay away from if we ever come across them. From deadly reptiles to deadly insects, you never know what you might come across in North Carolina wildlife. They gathered a list of the 10 most dangerous animals in North Carolina. Below, you can find 5 of the most dangerous animals in North Carolina and a little bit about each one. No worries, want to see the full list of all 10, click here and be safe!

  • The American Alligator

    Come on, we’re in the Carolinas! We knew an alligator would have to make this list at some point. This reptile lives in swamps, streams, or rivers throughout the state. Unfortunately, the alligator is a carnivore. The American alligator specifically is a species of alligator that you should be extremely cautious of. Although it will ignore humans sometimes, it still can consider human flesh to be a great meal!

  • Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

    North Carolina is home to three different rattlesnake species, how lucky are we? All three are different level of danger to a human. Of the three though, the eastern diamondback rattlesnake is the most venomous in the American continent. Now, that is some power! The Diamondback is also the largest rattlesnake, so if you needed more of a reason to stay away… there you go!

  • Black Bears

    Now, coming from someone who just recently saw Cocaine Bear, I could see why this animal is on the list. Black bears are found throughout the forests spread across the state of North Carolina. Although the black bear is the smallest of all bear species, it can still be dangerous. Thankfully, the black bear does not attack often and would rather scare you away from it than actually harm you.

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  • Brown Recluse Spider

    I am not a spider person whatsoever, but here we go. The brown recluse spider can be found in wood piles, sheds, or garages which means it’s close to home. Although they contain a very high level of venom they are a bit iffy when it comes to humans. The spider only bites when it feels threatened so be careful if you ever see one, because the venom is strong enough to put you in the hospital after a bite.

     

  • White-tailed Deer

    We all know we have seen a deer or two whenever we’re out on the roads. This mammal lives in cropland, brushland, or pastureland across the state. Although deer are pretty peaceful in general, they earned their danger stripes due to the number of car accidents they cause throughout the state. Early mornings and early evenings you can find deer crossing dark roads at such random and high-speed cars sometimes don’t stand a chance. Whenever you’re on a roadway where you may not be able to tell if a deer is coming or not, it’s always best to just sit back and drive with caution.

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Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.

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