Eagles Soar Again: Rescued Birds Find Freedom

Two young bald eagles, named Parker and Rush, were released on Monday from a wildlife rescue center in Nova Scotia. The Cobequid Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre provided care for the birds, which were brought in due to injury, illness, or orphaning.

Parker, one of the eagles, was suffering from lead poisoning, a condition increasingly affecting wildlife. He was so weak he could not hold his head up. The common sources of lead exposure for bald eagles include spent ammunition from hunting and discarded fishing tackle.

The second eagle, Rush, was treated for starvation and weakness. Rehabilitation for such conditions requires intensive daily care and handling.

Both Parker and Rush were released together in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, a familiar area for them. Releasing them as a pair offers them a companion as they re-enter the wild. The center will host its annual fall fundraiser on November 6th in Truro, Nova Scotia.