A wounded golden eagle was rescued on Saturday, the 18th, along the trail leading to Monte Spino in the Fobiola area. The bird of prey, visibly struggling with a fractured wing, was spotted by a hiker who promptly alerted the Provincial Police. A retired police officer, who lives nearby, assisted in securing the area until help arrived, allowing the rescuers to safely transport the animal to the Wildlife Recovery Center (CRAS) in Valpredina, Cenate.
Upon arrival at the CRAS, the fracture of the eagle’s right wing was confirmed, and it was noted that the bird would have had little chance of survival without the timely intervention. The necessary care will enable the eagle to rehabilitate and soon return to the wild. The managers of the Pirlo Refuge expressed their gratitude to those who cared for the animal and shared their amazement at having seen “Pigna,” as it was nicknamed in honor of the cyclist who found it.
