An eagle owl was found dangling from a barbed wire fence in South Oxfordshire.
The bird, which had injured its wing, was handed in to birds-of-prey charity Raptor Rescue. Chris Baldwin, of the charity, said it was discovered "somewhere between Wallingford and Didcot". He has appealed for the owner to contact him, but has decided against releasing many details to prevent false claims.
The owl was found last Thursday but is thought to have been trapped for two days. Mr Baldwin said it could have flown up to 10 miles.
He added: "Judging by the leather equipment with it, I would guess it was what we call a "garden ornament". Some people seem to like tying up birds of prey to look at in their gardens."
The bird will be given a new home if no-one claims it in six weeks.
Mr Baldwin can be contacted on 07887 920524.
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