Uncle James' Tailfeathers

It was rainy and wet today. But, Uncle James didn't seem to care. He is a beautiful rooster...and he loves to get wet. Anyway, there was some commotion up on the hill. I got out there in time to see him flying down behind all the other chickens...he was the 'last one down'. Then I saw a couple of coyotes walking back up the hill. I guess they almost got a complementary chicken dinner. Uncle James was panicked...and then I saw why. His tail feathers were all gone. Another close call at Rancho Giro. If he could only speak...just tell me what happened...I'd sure like to know.
(several responses??? I only got that 1)

here he is 4 days ago...

and here he is after today's coyote brunch...
they'll grow back, but not as nice as the originals