Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Double Bald Eagle Release Scheduled

On August 15, eagle biologist Jeff Cooper came to the Wildlife Center to fit GPS transmitters on eaglets #17-0836 and #17-1181, which will track their movements after release. The birds were also banded and had blood drawn for pre-release blood work; results came back within normal limits. Wildlife rehabilitator Brie checked on the eaglets later that day; both were flying well with their new transmitters, so the team began planning a release!



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