Skegemog Raptor Center

Today our eagle received a beak trim and a few replacement feathers through a process called *imping*. After a couple of flight feathers were broken, donor feathers were carefully attached alongside new feathers that are growing in to help protect them as they develop. A little maintenance goes a long way in keeping our ambassador healthy and ready for educational programs.

Great Job Terri and Crew!!!

We wanted to share an update on the Bald Eagle recently admitted from Leelanau County.

While she is not out of the woods yet, she has made significant improvements over the past few days. Her eyes are now open, she is standing on her own, and she has begun eating solid food.

She is currently being treated for lead poisoning and appears to have suffered from an additional form of toxicity. Tomorrow, she is scheduled for an eye exam as she is experiencing vision issues, and additional blood work has been sent out to help us better understand her condition.

As encouraging as this progress is, the costs of her care are adding up quickly. Diagnostics, medications, laboratory testing, and ongoing supportive care are all critical to giving her the best possible chance at recovery.

Every eagle that comes through our doors represents a commitment to provide whatever care is needed, for as long as it takes. If you would like to be part of this eagle's recovery story, please consider making a donation. Your support directly helps cover the cost of treatment and ensures we can continue helping raptors in need throughout our region.

Donate here: https://www.skegemograptorcenter.org/donate

Thank you for being part of her recovery journey.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has recently purchased items from our Amazon Wish List! Your generosity helps ensure that we have the supplies needed to provide the best possible care for the raptors that come through our doors.

As we prepare for our busy season, we're working to stock up on many of the everyday items that are essential to rehabilitation, education, and facility operations. Several items on our wish list will also help support the care of our current Bald Eagle patient as it continues its rehabilitation journey.

Every item, no matter the size, directly supports the birds in our care and helps us stay prepared for the many patients that will need assistance in the months ahead. Thank you for being part of the Skegemog Raptor Center family and making this work possible.

To view our Amazon Wish List and help support the birds in our care, visit:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3AL7FR48KRAH5/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1