bald eagle near Chipera Prairie IA 653A0432
Monday morning got off to a bad start at work when we got a call in the office about a bald eagle sitting in the road ditch next to Chipera Prairie. Luckily, I got the easy job of photographing the capture while one of my brave co-workers had the tough task of tackling those sharp talons and beak. It is now in the hands of some talented raptor rehabilitators here in Iowa. This bird did not appear to have any physical injuries such as a broken wing or leg, but instead acted lethargic. That is typical behavior for eagles that have lead poisoning. Unfortunately, this is just one of several bald eagles that we have rescued here in Winneshiek County this year that were suffering from lead poisoning. It is very difficult for these birds to survive when that lead toxin gets into their system. Hundreds of eagles and hawks die from lead poisoning here in Midwest every year because the sporting goods industry is too stubborn to switch to non-toxic ammunition for hunters and non-toxic fishing tackle for anglers. Call your representatives in Congress and tell them it is time for a change.
bald eagle near Chipera Prairie IA 653A0432
Monday morning got off to a bad start at work when we got a call in the office about a bald eagle sitting in the road ditch next to Chipera Prairie. Luckily, I got the easy job of photographing the capture while one of my brave co-workers had the tough task of tackling those sharp talons and beak. It is now in the hands of some talented raptor rehabilitators here in Iowa. This bird did not appear to have any physical injuries such as a broken wing or leg, but instead acted lethargic. That is typical behavior for eagles that have lead poisoning. Unfortunately, this is just one of several bald eagles that we have rescued here in Winneshiek County this year that were suffering from lead poisoning. It is very difficult for these birds to survive when that lead toxin gets into their system. Hundreds of eagles and hawks die from lead poisoning here in Midwest every year because the sporting goods industry is too stubborn to switch to non-toxic ammunition for hunters and non-toxic fishing tackle for anglers. Call your representatives in Congress and tell them it is time for a change.