Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Bald Eaglets Euthanized After Storm Injuries in Alabama

4/18/2026

39 5 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

In Gulf Shores, Alabama, two bald eaglets were euthanized after severe storm injuries.
The Auburn University Raptor Center announced on April 14 that the eaglets could not recover.
The eaglets were admitted on March 17 after their nest fell during storms, suffering wing fractures.
The center concluded the injuries would severely limit their quality of life and make wild survival impossible, leading to euthanasia.

1 of 1

Story summary

In Gulf Shores, Alabama, two bald eaglets were euthanized after severe storm injuries.
The Auburn University Raptor Center announced on April 14 that the eaglets could not recover.
The eaglets were admitted on March 17 after their nest fell during storms, suffering wing fractures.
The center concluded the injuries would severely limit their quality of life and make wild survival impossible, leading to euthanasia.