Hopeless to Healed "A Red Tail Hawk's Injured Eye"

An injured eye that looked hopeless

The injured eye of a Red Tail HawkPhoto byH. Mikel Feilen

The story began June 21st with a Red Tail Hawk rescue and delivery to FlyAway Bird Rescue in Silver Springs, Nevada. The large raptor's eye was badly injured. Suzette Feilen, the founder and primary rehabber, looked at the bird and knew she needed to call Patricia Handle, the facility's wildlife vet immediately.

After Patricia inspected the eye she gave Suzette medicine for it and said to keep her posted on its condition. I watched both of the ladies work vigorously and gently as they ministered the much-needed care.

I was super surprised and elated to see the results of their efforts. Not only did the eye heal perfectly but it was a successful release as well.

This is why people like Suzette, Patti, and many other rehabbers out there, are so important to the care and safety of Nevada's wildlife population.

This is the same Red Tail with a new and improved eye, thanks to Patti and Suzette.Photo byH. Mikel Feilen

The original article:

Wildlife Rescue: A Red Tail Hawk's Injured Eye (newsbreak.com)

References:

Suzette Feilen - Founder of FlyAway Bird Rescue

Dr. Patricia Handle DVM - Wildlife Veterinarian For FlyAway Bird Rescue

Peace, Love, and Unconditional Happiness!

I'm Done!Photo byH. Mikel Feilen