What got in my yard?

[maxpedley]

Could be an eagle but even they dont eat the head. owls are the only bird of prey that does

 

[TLWR]

No eagles here.
Have seen the occasional hawk and we have owls hanging around in the yard at night at times.

Chickens and ducks have been cooped up the last 2 days. I'm sure they'll enjoy some freedom tomorrow.
Do birds of prey remember where they found an easy meal?

 

[maxpedley]

sounds like an owl then

 

[Miss Lydia]

No eagles here.
Have seen the occasional hawk and we have owls hanging around in the yard at night at times.

Chickens and ducks have been cooped up the last 2 days. I'm sure they'll enjoy some freedom tomorrow.
Do birds of prey remember where they found an easy meal?

Yes they do, and very sorry for your loss.