Sea Eagle with Broken Wing Spotted Again on Scottish Coast

A sea eagle that had survived with a broken wing has been sighted again above Scotland’s west coast, a development that has drawn attention from wildlife specialists and local conservation groups. The bird, first reported in early March after a rescue operation in the Highlands, was observed flying over the Moray Firth near the town of Forres, where it had previously been monitored by the Scottish Wildlife Trust.

Experts say the eagle’s return demonstrates remarkable resilience and effective rehabilitation efforts. The wing injury, which had been diagnosed as a fractured scapula, was treated with a custom splint and a strict period of restricted flight. Over the past weeks the bird has shown gradual improvement in wing mobility, allowing it to regain sufficient strength for short, controlled flights before being released back into the wild.

The sighting is being documented by the Trust’s monitoring team, who will continue to track the eagle’s movements to assess its long‑term adaptation to the wild. The event underscores the potential for successful recovery of injured seabirds and highlights the importance of ongoing wildlife rehabilitation programs in Scotland.