After three weeks of treatment and rehabilitation, Bald Eagle #25-4048 has successfully returned to the wild!
This adult Bald Eagle was rescued on October 27 after animal control officers found her grounded at a landfill in Spotsylvania County. The eagle was first taken to Chickahominy Wildlife, and then transferred to the Wildlife Center for further care. On admission, she was moderately dehydrated and had minor abrasions on both feet. Bloodwork revealed the bird had subclinical levels of lead in her system, a significant—and preventable––issue for Bald Eagles.
After one round of chelation therapy, the lead was successfully removed from the eagle's system, and the bird's health steadily improved. By mid-November, rehabilitation staff started exercising the eagle in a large flight pen to rebuild her strength and stamina. On November 18, the eagle was cleared for release!
This eagle was successfully released at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania, VA on Thursday, November 20, 2025.
Check out the release photos below!
