We have many predators in our area including fox, coyote, racoons, and even the occasional bear.  But we have never had any issues with them interacting with our chickens until 2 days ago. The attack: Last Saturday was my sons 6th birthday party and as the festivities died down it happened.  A red-tailed hawk attacked our chickens.  My husband and sister-in-law were standing 5 feet from where the attack took place.  They scared the hawk away and they both started picking up chickens and running back to the coop.  I ran outside and grabbed two chickens that had taken shelter near the back door.  As I ran through the yard…