Umm...became member then cam was murdered

[jojo2011]

I became a member to take better care of my Jackson Cam, but while on the forum the other day I overheard my chickens throwing a fit. A gang of magpies landed on my cams outdoor enclosure and pecked him off the screen he was crawling on. I have never been so mad at another creature in my life. And I am a vet nurse, so it is not in my nature! He survived the blow but passed away in minutes. My family and I cried. We miss him greatly. I truly appreciate all the good info you all provide. We will morn our loss, then start looking for another cam to fill our hearts. Any good reccs for breeders of Jacksons?
Michelle

 

[PrettyInInk87]

I'm so sorry to hear... Poor little guy.

What are magpies?

 

[panthercham]

I became a member to take better care of my Jackson Cam, but while on the forum the other day I overheard my chickens throwing a fit. A gang of magpies landed on my cams outdoor enclosure and pecked him off the screen he was crawling on. I have never been so mad at another creature in my life. And I am a vet nurse, so it is not in my nature! He survived the blow but passed away in minutes. My family and I cried. We miss him greatly. I truly appreciate all the good info you all provide. We will morn our loss, then start looking for another cam to fill our hearts. Any good reccs for breeders of Jacksons?
Michelle

Sorry for your loss....its always hard. Where abouts are you in the world? Magpies just like any other birds will do that. They are very intelligent like crows. You must be very careful with outdoor enclosures. Here in California its hawks...but you cant blame them. They just do what birds do. All you can do is grieve and learn.

Please let us know where you are so we can recommend a good breeder for your next cham.

 

[jojo2011]

Location

Magpies are crazy smart birds. They are actually pretty with blue, black and white feathers. I have always enjoyed them..I am searching deep for forgivness for them. I live in Central Washington, 100 miles East of Seattle.

 

[Elizadolots]

Oh my! I'm so sorry.

I assume you'll work up a "bird protection" system before getting a new chameleon.

 

[laurie]

i am so sorry for you and your family & the poor little cham. I can explain how to bird proof you cage. Also Chameleons Northwest does not sell Jacksons but I bet Sandy or Elliott can guide you on where to go. ph #'s are 360 893-1843 or 253 576-3309 hope it works out for you.

 

[pssh]

If you build a second layer of screen about 1-2" apart from the original enclosure, the birds can't really get to him. I'm sorry for your loss.

 

[Hoj]

so sorry stupid birds!!

 

[Symbiot]

Sorry to hear that. It's always tragic losing a pet.

 

[Zen Reptiles]

Magpies are really cool North American birds, not sure their range, but we have tons of them here.

I believe they are the only sentient bird, and one of very few sentient beings along with some of the great apes, us, bottlenose dolphins, and elephants.

Too bad they outsmarted your cham, that sucks. I would recommend placing potted bushy trees around the cage next time, same height as the cage, and if possible, over the top as well.

 

[jojo2011]

Thank You

Thank You all for your kind words for our loss, the ideas for bird proofing outdoor enclosure, and the contacts for our next cham. Our neighbor saw the same three magpies for a few days, so it was pre-meditated. The enclosure sat within a thick tree that provided shade as well as natural basking spots. We will reinforce the enclosure. Again thank you.

 

[carol5208]

Awe, this is a very sad story. I also have a large outdoor cage. Mine is made out of a thick chicken wire(which you may want to consider upon rebuilding). We have many hawks in the area where I live that are always circling above. One day I came out and saw one pouncing on top of the cage, trying to figure out in the worst way how to get at my cham. I shooed him away but I still don't think he would have been able to penetrate the wire. I am very sorry your lost your chameleon and especially in that way.