Dec 02, 2019

2 bald eagles rescued in Missouri

Posted Dec 02, 2019 5:57 PM

Photo Douglas Co. Sheriff


DOUGLAS COUNTY, Mo — Two bald eagles are recovering after being rescued in Missouri.


On Sunday, the Douglas County Sheriff's office took a call regarding a Conservation issue, involving a half grown Bald Eagle. Conservation Agent Henry was in contact with the Dickerson Park Zoo in getting the needed help for the eagle, according to a social media pose.


Haeley Eicher photo MDC


On November 22, Conservation Agents Haeley Eichler and Sean Ernst responded to a call about an injured bald eagle north of Paris in Monroe County, according to the Missouri Department of Conservation.


They were able to capture the eagle and get it the help it needs. The University of Missouri’s Raptor Rehabilitation Project took the eagle for treatment and observation.