SALINAS VALLEY — An injured bald eagle is receiving care at the SPCA Monterey County Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center after being rescued in Salinas last week.
According to the SPCA, the adult eagle was found with significant injuries, including a broken coracoid — a bone that connects the shoulder to the keel and is essential for flight. Wildlife specialists also suspect the bird may have suffered electrocution.
“Electrocution is a slow-developing injury,” stated SPCA in a news release Dec. 29. “It can take several days or even weeks for symptoms to become fully visible. Because of this, the eagle has a very guarded prognosis.”
SPCA staff explained that a guarded prognosis means the bird’s condition is serious and its long-term outcome remains uncertain. The eagle is currently under close observation while receiving specialized veterinary care.
“Our wildlife team is doing all we can, providing skilled care and monitoring,” SPCA said.
The rescue marks the 2,863rd wild animal assisted by the SPCA Monterey County Wildlife Center so far in 2025. The organization credited community support for making its rescue and rehabilitation work possible.
Residents interested in learning more about the SPCA’s wildlife efforts can visit the organization’s website spcamc.org.
