The bird, found in Bury St Edmunds, became unwell after eating an animal with poison in its system.

Andy Crowle, owner of Urban Wings, said his birds of prey also deter pigeons ... control solution and were "not encouraged to kill". The company has Harris hawks, a Saker falcon, an Indian eagle ...

The RSPCA urged residents to use "humane deterrents" for rodents instead ... I'm so pleased that they could step in and help the owl." The bird was treated and given antibiotics at the hospital ...