Toby caused the damage by pecking at his reflection in the shiny paintwork, says his owner.
By Amy Phipps & BBC Radio DerbyThe owner of an arts and crafts centre has been forced to lock up his peacock after it damaged a visitor's car.
John Blunt runs the Ferrers Centre in Staunton Harold on the border of Leicestershire and Derbyshire. He said Toby pecked at his reflection in a shiny black BMW that was parked on the site, causing hundreds of pounds worth of damage. Mr Blunt has bought a peahen mate for Toby in the hope that she will improve his mood so he can regain his freedom."He was pecking at his reflection, pecking the black paintwork of the car."Being my peacock on my land it was my responsibility so I'm faced with a bill for the damage."Toby's pen has now been covered with netting to stop him from getting out.
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