> Is there any documentation of Dracunculus being attacked by large birds of > prey? I think it is just the Vultures which circle my place every year at this (bloom) time. I have not noticed any damage. My plantings are generally small groups and mixed with shrubs and such (which may protect from flyby attacks). The rotten meat stench is supposed to attract flies as pollinators. I think our Hawks and Eagles and Falcons prefer fresher smelling stuff. I should watch closer though to be sure I'm not jumping to conclusions. KellyO Kelly O'Neill - Wet Rock Gardens Flower Farm 2877 N 19th Street - Springfield, Oregon 97477 U-Pick and more at the farm (open 9 to 6, Sun, Wed and Fri - from March thru Halloween) Contact us: gardens@wetrock.com - http://www.wetrock.com/ (541) 746-4444 Business Office for mail or by appointment only: 1950 Yolanda Ave - Springfield, Oregon 97477