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	Heritage North
	1955

Pole trap

Most fence posts were made from round timber, hence the shape. This barbaric devise was used specifically for birds of prey whose unfortunate nature is to alight on poles, posts etc to observe and ambush prey. A natural habit that was exploited by trappers for centuries.
Picture Added on 15 February 2007.

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