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I wonder if it doesn't serve them in another way, namely to deny competitors (especially other foxes) a ready meal. It might also be so that they can eat one ch
by javajosh 5y ago
I wonder if it doesn't serve them in another way, namely to deny competitors (especially other foxes) a ready meal. It might also be so that they can eat one chicken in peace and not get poked by the others! But yes, like orcas clearly playing with living, in-pain seals, or any number of other phenomena, nature can be quite cruel.
- MisterTea 5y agoI wonder if its simply a case of "eyes bigger than the stomach". The fox gets over excited with a coop full of chicken and goes overboard as there's so much food. Similar to buying too much food or snacks when shopping hungry.
- Digit-Al 5y agoLooks like that (sort of) plays a part. https://www.wildlifeonline.me.uk/questions/answer/do-foxes-kill-for-fun https://www.wildlifeonline.me.uk/questions/answer/do-foxes-k...