The rescued young Philippine serpent eagle – frail, unable to stand, and unresponsive to touch – will be brought to a wildlife rehabilitation facility for proper care.
DAVAO ORIENTAL, Philippines – A retired police officer on Wednesday, June 1, rescued a young and frail Philippine serpent eagle from a poacher in the village of Macambol in Mati City.
The former policeman, Ferdinand Mabandos, invoked a law that protects wildlife when he pressured the poacher to give him the eagle when he saw the man passing through his beach resort. Although serpent eagles are not classified as endangered species, it is illegal to capture them, especially in the area which is known for its rich biodiversity, he said.
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