Bake the Cake: Follow the instructions on the cake mix box to bake a small round cake. Let it cool completely.
Crumble the Cake: Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl.
Add Frosting: Mix in the frosting until the cake crumbs are well combined.
Shape the Cake Balls: Roll the cake and frosting mixture into small, bite-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet.
Insert Cake Pop Sticks: Melt a small amount of candy coating and dip the tip of each cake pop stick into the coating. Insert the coated end into the cake balls.
Chill: Place the cake pops in the refrigerator for about 1 hour to firm up.
Decorate: Melt candy coating in various colors and dip the cake pops, allowing any excess to drip off. Decorate with candy eyes, candy corn for the beak, and red licorice laces for the wattle.
Set: Stick the decorated cake pops into a Styrofoam block or cake pop stand to set.