The world’s second-oldest African fish eagle in captivity, fondly known as Isis, died at 35 years old.
Isis was found on the side of a road with a damaged wing and was taken to the Centre for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (Crow) in Durban for treatment.
After being left unable to fly, Isis was taken to Crocworld where she became one of the centre’s icons, drawing in visitors who would come just to see her.
Crocworld Conservation Centre Bird Curator Ryne Ferguson mourns the loss of the beloved bird: ‘Isis touched so many lives, most of which we will never know. The number of visitors who would come to the centre, just to see Isis, was just incredible. She lived a very good life, and was able to live a full life for a bird in captivity. My hope is that her legacy will be a lasting impact on those who met her, encouraging them to protect the environment so that her species, and the many other animal species, have a future. Isis will be greatly missed by all she touched, her carers, the centre staff and every visitor who has come to the centre. May she soar high and free, calling to all who knew her.’
Picture: Crocworld Conservation Centre
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