Jurong Bird Park Give Changable Hawk-Eagle New Feathers To Help It Fly Once More

On 7 January 2022, a changeable hawk-eagle was reported injured by a member of the public on Jurong Island. The native raptor, which was subsequently rescued by National Parks Board (NParks), was unable to fly due to burnt feathers on both wings and its tail. It was brought to Jurong Bird Park’s avian hospital for health examination and treatment on 8 January 2022 where it was assessed to be in good health, aside from its damaged feathers. While birds will naturally grow new feathers through their molting cycle, it could take up to 12 months for the eagle to fully regrow its feathers and be able to fly again. The veterinary team decided to imp its wings and tail feathers to help speed up the bird’s release to the wild. Read more via www.aspirantsg.com