Great Horned Owl INSIDE my pen! MORE PHOTOS

[thecochincoop]

WOW BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!! I'm glad you didn't kill him

 

[Chicks_N_Horses]

Make sure you feel his breast plate and make sure he isn't emanciated in any way. I like to release them on a full tummy so they don't get as hungry while trying to figure out where the prey is in their new location.

If he is bony feeling to you - I would feed him a couple chickens before releasing him. Feed him all he will eat......

Good Job!

 

[wilds of pa]

Good save, another good deed done

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however i would have passed on the feeding part.. it may not forget what a chicken tast like after having some..

 

[antlers]

Need not be chicken. Couple mice formthe pet store woudl be fine too. They will swallow em whole!

 

[Brindlebtch]

Owls just go through life looking peeved, don't they?

 

[AHappychick]

very cool how did you catch it, dio you use a net or wear gloves?

I agree a roo sacrafice is a good idea, no need to buy any other animals or meat from the store when you already have some fresh and ready to go

 

[Chic-n-farmer]

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That will save the rooster...... he'll just take a finger or two.

 

[b.hromada]

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I agree, I like that idea!

 

[Lu King]

I know I am in the minority, but...........
I don't think I would sacrifice my roosters to give to an owl. Being eaten alive wouldn't be the way to go.

 

[peachick]

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That will save the rooster...... he'll just take a finger or two.

Yea I was thinkin.... how the heck do I feel him without donating a body part?? I have a healthy respect for those talons and that bill! OMG
He is pretty angry, although he doesn't puff his feathers out anymore when he sees me... but that hissing is enough of a warning

OK I wont discuss his diet since some of you are offended, but hes not starving.

I have people coming for peacocks today so Mr Who is staying 1 more day.