The title says it all...Erica lost her Head today...this time for good. The day started out happily enough, but mid afternoon the badger paid a visit. He was in my area first, but decided no one looked tasty enough, and they were all too wary of him; so it would be too much work....he trotted off towards Erica's tower, and happened upon Head, who was in the unfortunate situation of having no good burrows around her. Definition of good burrow: one that has at least one back door. Head's situation dictated that she dive for the nearest burrow, and she was forced to choose poorly, going down a fairly large one-entranced burrow next to the road. The badger dove in after her....and then emerged with her bobbing in his mouth. He appeared very proud of himself, much like an excited dog prancing along with a favorite toy. He settled down to eat her right behind Erica's tower. The situation was especially sad due to the fact that she had already given birth, and most likely had at least four babies in her nursery burrow, which we will watch closely the next few days to see if anyone becomes a mid-day snack. The 'head' count to date for the badger is 3 females, including 2 moms.....it's tough being a pd.
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