Goose

Canada Goose retrieved from a marina at Smith Mountain Lake. The rescuers noticed the bird staying nearby and could not fly. On arrival at the center, the veterinarian noticed the goose’s secondary feathers had been cut straight across (picture on right) keeping the goose from flying. Trimming feathers in migratory birds is illegal unless they are captive breed. When the feathers grow back in and a flock can be located we will release.