It is my undstanding that birds of prey came under protection around 1918 or so when they were hunted to the brink of extinction, which caused vermin populations to rise. Now I would say they should be removed from protection with the exception of eagles and those species still endangered.
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I don't let my girls out unless I hear birdsong, particularly crows. Crows are a nightmare for hawks, and if every bird on the street is quiet, something is up. Also, my chickens are pretty in tune with the squirlels. If a seagull casts an odd shadow, they flee in pairs and flatten out under shrubs.
I have discussed dispatching our goshawk with the local wardens, they did not look pleased. All birds of prey are protected.
Goshawks at least from what I understand migrate south, though how far they go I am not sure, but I know it is out of Maine! Woo! Also, when they go is still unknown to...