Bald Eagle Shot in Southwest Ligonier - Pa. Game Commission Asks WPC Daily Readers for Help
Pennsylvania Game Commission Southwest Region Director Matt Hough today announced the agency is seeking information on the illegal shooting of a mature bald eagle in Westmoreland County. Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Gary Toward is investigating this incident, and is asking the public for information about the person or persons responsible.
The injured eagle was found in the Bell Township area by a local resident who reported the incident to the Game Commission. The injured eagle was taken to Tamarack Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Crawford County. After a physical examination, including X-rays of the bird, it was revealed that the bird had been shot.
"Fortunately, in this case, the rehabilitation center is cautiously optimistic that the bird will not only survive, but it will also recover enough to be released back into the wild at the capture site," Toward said. "This fact became even more important following the discovery of an active nest site not far from where the bird was found. This was a senseless act. "
If anyone knows or hears anything about this illegal shooting, they can call the commission regional office toll free at 1-877-877-7137. Any information we do receive will be held in the strictest confidence.
The above photo was taken at a nest in Huntingdon County, Pa. by Hal Korber of the Pa. Game Commission.
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