“Spotted this morning in the alley at 10th and U NW, with a rat in her talons.”

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by Prince Of Petworth January 9, 2017 at 10:40 am 6 Comments

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A reader reports:

“Time for a bigger bird house.

Spotted this morning in the alley at 10th and U NW, with a rat in her talons. Glad to see she discovered our abundant food supply and I really hope she sticks around. To quote my neighbor, “finally getting some competent help with rat abatement.”

Got a good view too, as she was down low on the fence about 10 feet away, still thrashing her prey. Great start to the week!”

SEDC

Spotted 10 mins ago behind The Howard Theatre stalking mice.
Dr. G

Best quote of the week…To quote my neighbor, “finally getting some competent help with rat abatement.”
Rob

I saw her in Dupont Circle last week picking up squirrels. It was slightly surprising the see 3-foot wing span wisping by your head, not something you everyday in the park.
DC

We live on 10th and N St and in the last few weeks have had the pleasure of finding a partially eaten pigeon and a pigeon skeleton in our backyard. Seems like this lady and/or her family members have been busy.
Molly

She visited my house (rat in talons) in this same neighborhood a few weeks ago. And this week we have a rat carcass hanging from our fence… evidence of other visits I assume. I’m so excited!
Jennerator

Nice! I have been noticing him/her doing random fly byes passed our 4th story window on N and 21st. Could never get a good look until now. Looks like we have a sharp shin as a new neighbor! ☺

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