Huge owl moves into English village

Found on Physorg on Friday, 18 April 2008
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The owl has leather straps on its legs, suggesting it may be an escapee from a falconry, The Daily Telegraph reported. It also appears to be attracted to children, suggesting that it belonged to a family.

"I banged on the window and this huge owl flew off our house and onto another one nearby," he said. "It must have had a six-foot wingspan, I couldn't believe it."

The owl, with its size and sharp talons, could kill pets and harm children. The local school sent parents a warning letter.

Everyone who ever had one of those birds sitting on his hand will be fascinated by them, not afraid. An eagle owl might be a bit large to hold for some time, but even "just" a screech owl can be an amazing experience.