Lucky Baby Golden Eagle

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The 70 day old eaglet had suffered burns on his talons, beak, head and wings. His flight feathers were melted down to within an inch or two of his wing and tail. He's very underweight at just over five pounds. To date the eagle named Phoenix has since taken to eating beef heart and venison. He's treated several times a day for his burns and seems to be gaining strength. What seems to have saved his life during the fire was the insulation offered by his down feathers and once-thick body, according to the wildlife rehabilitation center. Officials hope the bird can be released back into the wild next year, but say it's too early to tell about its future. Hope the baby eagle is going to be fine. That is one lucky baby eagle.