(FOX40.COM) — Two bald eagle eaglets at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex died after falling from their nest, officials said.
Both the eaglets fell from the nest that is along the auto tour route. One was found dead, while the other was found in poor condition and taken to a raptor rehabilitation facility, where it died.
“This difficult moment serves as a reminder of the natural cycle of life. Nature can be both beautiful and harsh at the same time,” officials with the refuge said. “While these eaglets were loved by many given their proximity to publicly accessible areas, multiple nesting bald eagle pairs continue to be supported across the refuges and wildlife management areas of the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex.”…