Page:The Kea, a New Zealand problem (1909).pdf/86

From Wikisource
Jump to navigation Jump to search
This page has been validated.
82
THE KEA.

scientific standing should watch. The Kea’s method of attack could be witnessed in surroundings that are quite natural, and no forcing or starving of the bird would be needed.

However, I think I am justified in saying that, as far as human evidence can be relied on, I have conclusively proved that the Kea has not only taken to meat-eating, but that it does actually attack and kill sheep.