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These short video clips were taken in Gulf Creek just above Ruth's Waterfall. The stick continued this action for several weeks, the branch for almost a month. We have also seen branches of creekside bushes, grasses, and flowers doing the same thing.

Do you have a name for this phenomenon? If so, use the feedback form to send it to us. Below are some initial suggestions.

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stream tic
sticktic
gorge bush
georgiebush
oarbranch

winkystick
flipperstalk
twiggle
paddlegrass

cycling stream stick stressor - ejacobcornelius
resonant resistance release - ejacobcornelius
splash stick, current flogger, water whip - anon.
acquaflagellic stikalosis - doug
sticklical motion - wgnr

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