DAVAO CITY – Philippine Eagle “Sawaga-Dalwangan,” the raptor rescued in Bukidnon last July 3, died on Saturday while in intensive care in a facility here.

“It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Philippine Eagle Sawaga-Dalwangan while undergoing rehabilitation at the Philippine Eagle Center,” the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) said in a statement.

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“After her rescue, she showed real signs of improvement. She became stronger and more alert, ate on her own, and responded well to treatment. These observations were the basis of our earlier recovery updates,” PEF added.FEATURED STORIES

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