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Peacock terrorises 92-year-old farmer's chickens

Peacock terrorises 92-year-old farmer's chickens

Summary

A peacock showed up unexpectedly on a 92-year-old farmer Tom Walne’s land in Suffolk and caused trouble by chasing his chickens and cockerels. After efforts to find the bird’s owner failed, the peacock was safely captured and taken to Easton Farm Park.

Key Facts

  • The peacock arrived at Tom Walne’s farm near Copdock on Monday.
  • At first, the peacock got along with the farmer’s chickens.
  • The next day, the bird began chasing the cockerels and disrupting the chickens.
  • Farmer Tom believes the peacock was trying to show it was in charge.
  • The farmer was able to catch the bird and put it in a pen for safety.
  • A friend posted on social media to find the peacock’s owner, but no one responded.
  • Easton Farm Park near Woodbridge agreed to take the peacock temporarily.
  • The peacock may remain at the park if it settles down in the coming days.

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