Bald eagle with broken wing to recover at Austin Wildlife Rescue
AUSTIN - An injured bald eagle was brought to Austin to help the bird recover from its injuries.
What We Know: The eagle was found in a field near Smithville, Texas on December 15.
A Texas Parks and Wildlife game warden took the eagle on a two-hour journey to Austin Wildlife Rescue's rehabilitation facility.
"We're going to have to go in and debris the ends of those bones, freshen them up and then put them together with orthopedic surgery with a metal pins," said Jules Maron, Executive Director of Austin Wildlife Rescue.
Source: Austin Wildlife Rescue
When the bald eagle arrived, it was determined to have a fractured wing and a large open wound.
"Well, you think about what a large, strong bird this is," said Maron. "It takes a lot to bring them down."
The bird is showing promising signs of recovery, according to the group.
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What's Next: Austin Wildlife Rescue says the eagle will require months of care.
Maron said the rescue receives only one or two eagles yearly and their injuries are typically catastrophic. Fortunately, the feathered fellow has the chance for a future.
"He just has like a little bit of brown left in him, and usually that leaves when they're about four years of age," said Maron. "He's a young eagle, and he most likely ventured into the territory of another eagle and, unfortunately, was not welcome."
What They're Saying: "We are committed to giving this incredible bird the best possible chance to heal and return to the wild," said Jules Maron, Executive Director of Austin Wildlife Rescue. "Its journey reflects the resilience of our wildlife and the vital role we all play in protecting these national treasures."
The Austin Wildlife Rescue has taken in more than 9,700 animals in 2024 alone.
The goal is ultimately to release the bald eagle back into the wild once he is completely healed.