Christmas just got a little more interesting in Bibb County, Georgia, when a homeowner found an uninvited guest nestled in his Christmas tree—a Great Horned Owl! Kristopher Campbell was all set to deck the halls when he stumbled upon the majestic bird chilling among the branches. Imagine unwrapping ornaments only to discover he’s not alone and it’s not the family cat pretending to be festive. A quick call to wildlife rescue resulted in a merry extraction, proving that holiday surprises can sometimes be a little too wild.
Naturally, this feathered friend didn’t just want to hang out; he was likely just looking for a cozy place to take a nap. I mean, who wouldn’t want to turn a Christmas tree into a comfy hotel, right? It’s like finding a celebrity on your couch; instead of a visit from Santa, you get a hooting guest who clearly didn’t read the invitation. Campbell’s encounter has certainly added a hilarious twist to the usual holiday chaos—this one is definitely one for the family scrapbook.
To all you regular Christmas tree decorators, this story serves as a friendly reminder to check for any wildlife before you haul that tree into your living room. You wouldn’t want to find a raccoon munching on the lights while you’re sipping hot cocoa, would you? So, as the saying goes, “Keep calm and check your branches!” Because in Georgia, the only thing that should be nesting in your tree is the holiday spirit.
Could this be the start of a new trend—wildlife-themed Christmas trees? Just imagine the “coolest tree on the block” competitions if everyone started joining in! Let’s hope our owl friend finds a better spot next time, maybe a tree in the woods where he can truly spread his wings!
Mike Sanders ” Sandman”
