Article: Peacock Percy in dock over his problem family.

VILLAGERS in Martin appear to be split over what to do about a family of peacocks who are ruffling feathers.

Percy the Peacock is a well known character in the village and according to locals has been around for at least 14 years.

But last year Percy wooed a peahen and together they started a family - a big family.

John and Sybil Durham, who moved to the village 14 months ago, said the family of peacocks have become a problem.

Mr Durham said it was a novelty at first and they thought it was wonderful to see Percy around, but then he found a mate and now they are inundated.

He said the peacocks have caused devastation in ...

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