Lee County Wildlife Federation to launches eagle cam
Lee County Wildlife Federation showcases bald eagles, Jack and Jill
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Oct. 10, 2018) – Lee County Wildlife Federation has launched a web-cam that provides viewers a live look at bald eagles, Jack and Jill. The eagles, Jack and Jill, were both injured when they were struck by a car. Jack had an injured tail and Jill had an injured right wing. Jack and Jill have mated and are currently caring for three eggs in their nest.
“I believe that this camera will inspire the local community to learn more about the environment,” said Tom Joseph, executive at Heritage Bank. “I hope with this addition more people will come down to watch the eagles and enjoy their time here and appreciate the beauty.
The federation cares for rehabilitated animals with funding from grants and donations. Over the past two years donations have decreased 9 percent. The federation has depended on a federal grant to cover expenses. That grant expires in April. The federation needs to raise additional funds through donations to keep the sanctuary open.
About Lee County Wildlife Federation
The federation currently employs six people and utilizes 32 volunteers. The Lee County Wildlife Federation is a nonprofit organization located in Fort Myers, Florida. The federation was founded in 2001. The organization promotes environmental protection and environmental education to the local community. It also provides a safe haven for injured animals while they are being treated and cared for. The organization owns a five-acre wildlife sanctuary where it educates visitors, promotes environmental protection and rehabilitate animals. For more information, please visit www.lcwf.org or call 239-987-6543.
Photo Caption: Sara Smith, a Lee County Wildlife Federation (LCWF) veterinary technician, treats a bald eagle, Jill, when she first comes to the sanctuary. Jill was injured on her right wing when she was hit by a car. (Lee County Wildlife Federation, Adam Greenhorn)
Photo Caption: Jack and Jill sit on their nest at the Lee County Wildlife Federation (LCWF). Jack and Jill were both brought after sustaining injuries when they were both struck by a car. (Lee County Wildlife Federation, Adam Greenhorn)
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CONTACT:
Javier Moncada
Communications Officer
786-555-6202
Jemoncada0700@eagle.fgcu.edu