bald eagle

Just days before, an eaglet fell from the nest onto a lower branch of the tree. That’s when the Cascades Raptor Center heard from community members that the bird might need help.

Two of the birds tested positive for elevated levels of lead, which can be common in eagles. Two died of unrelated illnesses and injuries.

Oregon State Police say a bald eagle found dead near Brookings had its talons cut off…a violation of federal law, punishable by a fine of at least…