Miracle Eagle Soars After Broken Wing Survival

A sea eagle, originally considered unlikely to survive, has been spotted flying above Scotland's west coast. This male bird, affectionately nicknamed the Isle of Mull's "miracle eagle" by the RSPB, experienced a severe wing injury after falling from its nest as a chick during a storm in 2023. Experts monitoring the local sea eagle population did not anticipate its survival.

Remarkably, three years later, the eagle has been sighted thriving in the skies above the island. The distinctive kink in its wing, a testament to its past trauma, was clearly visible during its flight. A retired RSPB officer, who has dedicated over 20 years to observing the island's sea eagles, described the sighting as an "incredible" display of resilience.