(Planetary SF; Coyote) A scientific team tagging “boids” in the wilderness on Coyote copes with equipment that’s falling apart, a drunken leader, and the man-eating, flightless birds themselves. (12,458 words; Time: 41m)
Rating: ★★★☆☆ Average
Allen M. Steele has written other stories in his “Coyote” universe, but this one stands alone with no problems.
