Hi all,
So a few days ago I posted about how not to ignore strange behavior with your flock. That I lost 3 hens in one day. The only thing left was feathers guts and feet 30 yards from the coop. Well I think I know the culprit.
Knowing that I have a predator killing hens I have been on alert. Keeping a close eye on the flock. Well the other night I scanned the yard with the high power flashlight. Looked over and the chickens and ducks, every thing looked good. I then noticed a noise coming from the front yard. I shone the flash light and there it was 30 yards from the house. Large, black as night, eyes reflecting green a black bear. I could hardly believe it. I ran inside to tell my hubby. He was able to see it as it took off into the woods. (I'm glad he saw it, its hard to believe)
I have not had any problems since we saw it. I hope we spooked it off. Hubby says its bear season for a couple more weeks. I for one hope I don't see it again. Anyone else have had issues with black bear? Are they repeat offenders?
It was cool seeing him I just wish it didn't cost me 3 beautiful hens.
So a few days ago I posted about how not to ignore strange behavior with your flock. That I lost 3 hens in one day. The only thing left was feathers guts and feet 30 yards from the coop. Well I think I know the culprit.
Knowing that I have a predator killing hens I have been on alert. Keeping a close eye on the flock. Well the other night I scanned the yard with the high power flashlight. Looked over and the chickens and ducks, every thing looked good. I then noticed a noise coming from the front yard. I shone the flash light and there it was 30 yards from the house. Large, black as night, eyes reflecting green a black bear. I could hardly believe it. I ran inside to tell my hubby. He was able to see it as it took off into the woods. (I'm glad he saw it, its hard to believe)
I have not had any problems since we saw it. I hope we spooked it off. Hubby says its bear season for a couple more weeks. I for one hope I don't see it again. Anyone else have had issues with black bear? Are they repeat offenders?
It was cool seeing him I just wish it didn't cost me 3 beautiful hens.