Rare Rescue in West Michigan Saves Trapped Bald Eagle
It used to be a pretty rare thing to catch a glimpse of a bald eagle in Michigan. But over the years, sightings have become much more common.
What's far less common is police getting a call from a homeowner asking for their assistance with a bald eagle that was in distress. But, that's exactly what happened in Kent County recently.
Kent County Deputies Dispatched to Help Bald Eagle Stuck in Fence
According to a social media post from the Kent County Sheriff's Office (KCSO), dispatch recently received a call from a property owner stating that they had discovered a bald eagle stuck in a fence on their property.
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Deputies were dispatched to the scene where they were able to assist the homeowner in freeing the eagle, which promptly flew away.
While this isn't something that typically happens during a day on the job as an officer, KCSO says it serves as a reminder that,
Patrol work can involve just about anything. One day it’s handling calls for service, the next it’s helping rescue America’s national bird.
Michigan is home to a ton of different species of birds, including dozens that you may not even realize are native to Michigan.
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Gallery Credit: Tommy McNeill
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