Gerry Meacham, at whose house the Band-tailed pigeon has been coming to feed, reported some distressing news this morning. When she went out to fill her feeders she found 3 tail, 4 upper tail coverts, and a few body feathers from the Band-tailed pigeon. There was evidence of a brief struggle from wing prints and foot prints in the newly fallen snow. However, there was no blood. An intensive search of Gerry's and the neighbouring yards yielded no evidence of a hawk enjoying a morning meal.
The Band-tailed pigeon may have escaped yet again. Like the last time it was attacked, it has not been seen for the remainder of the day. While this appears to be a more serious attack than the last one we are still hoping that the bird will show up tomorrow or the next day. We will post news of the bird's return, if it does. Fingers crossed! Hugh Casbourn "Hugh Casbourn" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Visit http://www.ofo.ca/ontbirdsguide.htm for information on leaving and joining the list. As well as general information and content guidelines.
