[MandiesMom]

As worried as I get with the hawks and owls we have around my place, I have NEVER had one sitting on my fence watching my baby. And, I have never witnessed them actually eating prey, as you have. Now, I have watched blue jays run an owl off and down the street one time..that was quite entertaining.

Have you put up anything in your yard to deter the hawks? There is no fool proof way to get rid of them, but you can deter (make it less appealing - your yard, I mean). Everyone who knows my posts, knows I put Mandie in an orange vest. I also bought some mirrors (I've yet to put up), but you could try that too. Strategically place little mirrors on poles or something around your yard - aim the mirrors up/slanted upward.

I just received something I ordered in the mail that is simple and makes so much sense. I will be putting it up this weekend. It is holographic tape. You cut it in long ribbons and put it up (like 2 or 3 ribbons) in branches. The noise and shimmer keep them "scared" or spooked. Try that...I can give you the name of the stuff if you want - I got it on amazon.