I realize not all of my devoted followers reside in Oregon, or in America for that matter. Still, I believe most all of us view bald eagles as mystical, magical–and oft-maligned. Let’s hope this was a wound of nature, not inflicted by a human; and that this majestic creature is soon healed and airborne.
Injured bald eagle awaits rescue. Photo source: http://www.flashalertnewswire.net/images/news
Bald eagle, grounded with an injured shoulder. Photo source: http://www.flashalertnewswire.net/images/news
“On April 09, 2011 at about 1:30 pm, Officer Steve Macartney was dispatched to an animal call at 2400 SE Stratus Avenue near space #12, McMinnville. Local residents had found an injured bald eagle in some nearby brush. Officer Macartney confirmed that the injured bird was a bald eagle. With assistance from Oregon State Police, the Audubon Societycame out and took the bald eagle for rehabilitation.According to Deb Sheaffer of the Audubon Society, the bald eagle appears to be a five to six year old female with an injured shoulder. The eagle is in stable condition at this time, but the prognosis for release is guarded. She is being treated with antibiotics and supportive care and will be evaluated day by day. She said that if the eagle recovers completely, it will be returned to the McMinnville area and will be released back into her territorial area.
Anyone with questions about the Audubon Society, their work, or this particular incident can call Deb Shaeffer at 503-292-6855 x125. They can also be contacted through www.audubonportland.org”
A FEW BALD EAGLE FACTS:
They mate for life; however if one dies, the survivor will accept another mate.
Their life expectancy is 15 to 20 years, but they can live as long as 30 years.
They are unique to North America. They are most concentrated in Alaska but are also found in Canada and every state in the United States except Hawaii.
They are no longer on the Endangered list, but they are still considered threatened because of poachers, habitat loss and injuries caused by man-made things, such as power lines.
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