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Bald eagle found in Chicago's western suburbs euthanized due to suspected bird flu

GLEN ELLYN, Ill. (CBS) -- A bald eagle found in Chicago's western suburbs has been euthanized after it was suspected of being infected with bird flu.

On Friday of last week, the eagle was spotted with its head drooping in Hinsdale. It eventually flew a short distance before handlers from Chicago Bird Collision Monitors were able to capture it.

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Chicago Bird Collision Monitors

The organization said the eagle was displaying head shaking or tremors, and was walking in circles.

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Chicago Bird Collision Monitors

The eagle was able to fly, but fell from a tree after trying to perch, Chicago Bird Collision Monitors said.

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Chicago Bird Collision Monitors

Sadly, the eagle had to be euthanized at the DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center in Glen Ellyn one day after being captured.

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