A golden eagle that was found close to death after being shot would have endured tremendous pain and suffering, an animal welfare charity said.
A golden eagle that was found close to death after being shot would have endured tremendous pain and suffering, an animal welfare charity said.
The Scottish SPCA is treating the injured bird after it was discovered by a member of the public in the north eastern area of Dumfries and Galloway, close to the Southern Upland Way.
If it had not been found, the bird was at risk of starving to death.
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