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Stephen Messenger
Senior Writer
Stephen (he/him) has written for The Dodo since 2013. He lives in Northern California, where he enjoys hiking, gardening and communing with local squirrels in his yard who’ve grown tolerant of his gushing adoration.
Latest Posts From Stephen
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By Stephen Messenger
Man Witnesses A Miracle As 1 Deer Walks Into His Yard — And 4 Walk Out
“It was quite a sight!”
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By Stephen Messenger
Hungry Hummingbird Mistakes Woman's Hair For A Flower
“It was a magical moment.”
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By Stephen Messenger
Attention-Seeking Cat Unleashes The Meow To End All Meows
“It was the hardest I’ve ever laughed in my life.”
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By Stephen Messenger
Baby Condor Who Lost Her Mom Finds A New Friend To Help Her Heal
It's a gift of love ❤️
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By Stephen Messenger
Respectful Dog Offers Cat 'First Dibs' On Every Treat He's Given
"He's a very pure soul."
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By Stephen Messenger
Cat Tries To Play It Cool Before Committing Brazen Theft At Clothing Store
“It was very deliberate, in a planned way.”
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By Stephen Messenger
Fluffy Dog Storms Soccer Field — And Tries To Make Off With The Ball
No regrets 😂
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By Stephen Messenger
Woman Accidentally ‘Flirts’ With Wild Turkey — And Immediately Regrets It
“I will definitely refrain from gobbling in the future.”
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By Stephen Messenger
Family Realizes They've Been Pranked By The Most Unlikely Doorbell Ditcher
It wasn't teenagers.
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By Stephen Messenger
Drowsy Bear Starting Her Day Becomes A Mascot Of The Sluggish And Sleepy
"This is me starting the work week.”
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By Stephen Messenger
Guys Spot A Super Chunky Snapping Turtle Sunning His Rump At The River
"Look at the size of that thing!"
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By Stephen Messenger
Guy Playing On Claw Machine Wins A 'Prize' He Hadn't Bargained For
"He was so cute!”
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