Successful operation for the shot Imperial Eagle.

We are happy to share with you that the bird withstood more than two hours of surgery and successfully recovered from anesthesia.

Now is the crucial time of postoperative recovery. We were concerned, to some extent, that the bird was refusing to eat.
It is now encouraging, however, that it is feeding "by hand" and appears to have more autonomy today and has even started to swallow by itself. This is a fleeting sign of the trauma and shock of contact with humans which is atypical for wildlife .

More good news is that this morning, a day after the surgery, the bird is standing upright in its cage and is resting its operated leg.

Hopfully it will continue to show positive signs of recovery in the days ahead.

We extend our thanks to the veterinarians of the Centre for the care and attention that they have given to this majestic bird.