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Strange object #753286

Asked June 01, 2021, 1:49 PM EDT

Found on my lawn. Color pink…slimy long…3 feet. Will attempt to send pic

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

Thank you very much for writing.

This appears to be an intestine left by a raptor. Several Master Gardeners are familiar with this practice.

Here is a photo journalist who has been studying this behavior: https://www.featheredphotography.com/blog/2012/09/25/red-tailed-hawk-rejecting-intestines-of-prey/

I am curious, did you notice any feathers of particular raptors or prey (e.g., a turkey) in the area?