Decapitated Great Tit Found in Hulsel, Cats Suspected as Predator

A young great tit (koolmees) was discovered without its head in a garden in Hulsel, Netherlands. The bird's owner, Jozef van der Heijden, reported the find and speculated that a stone marten or a domestic cat might be responsible, noting that cats often remove the heads of captured birds to eat the nutrient‑rich tissue.

In a separate nature report, an observer cycling near Boetelerveld described a day of wildlife sightings, including a rare pair of African kestrels, numerous hoverflies, and a variety of insects and plants. The writer highlighted the presence of a rare plant species, the clock‑shaped gentian, and noted the challenges posed by hoverflies to walkers.

Both pieces reflect ongoing interest in Dutch wildlife and the interactions between animals and their environments.