Bald Eagle Found Too Fat to Fly After Feasting on Roadkill

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A bald eagle initially thought to be injured was found to be healthy after wildlife officials discovered it was too fat from feasting on roadkill. The eagle was released back into the wild near where it was found.

Key Points

  • Bald eagle found initially thought to be injured was too fat from eating roadkill
  • X-rays showed the eagle had a raccoon paw in its stomach
  • The bird was released back into the wild near where it was found

Pros

  • The bald eagle was found to be healthy despite initial concerns
  • The bird was released back into the wild

Cons

  • The eagle's diet was impacted by easily accessible roadkill