Polk County bald eagle saved from lead poising by nonprofit

Daisy Escatel
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POLK COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — The Friends of Texas Wildlife (FTWL) said they have rescued a bald eagle to treat it for lead poisoning.

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According to a post, the bald eagle was rescued on Jan. 20 in Polk County after being critically ill due to lead poisoning. FTWL said the eagle has been steadily improving and they hope to release him sometime next week.

  • Courtesy of Friends of Texas Wildlife
    Courtesy of Friends of Texas Wildlife
  • Courtesy of Friends of Texas Wildlife
    Courtesy of Friends of Texas Wildlife
  • Courtesy of Friends of Texas Wildlife
    Courtesy of Friends of Texas Wildlife
  • Courtesy of Friends of Texas Wildlife
    Courtesy of Friends of Texas Wildlife

They thanked the rehabber who gave the bird critical care and saved him.

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