*** FAQ After description *** On July 14th, 2019, Martin received a call about a Golden Eagle. He was led to the area by some people riding motorcycles then took off on foot in search of the eagle. With his net in hand, Martin surveyed the area and in just a few moments, caught sight of the Golden Eagle. He ran a bit to catch up and angle in, before the last dash in high gear to capture the bird. On first inspection, Martin saw the eagle was very skinny and very young. He determined the eagle was a very young one, probably not long out the nest, that somehow got separated from his parents. Martin brought the eagle back to the rescue center and immediately gave him a good meal and plenty of fluids loaded with nutrients. Once fed, the eagle was put into our largest chamber and left alone to begin to his recovery. This eagle stayed nearly 6 weeks, gaining weight and growing stronger. On August 23rd he was released back to the wild where he belongs. Frequently Asked Questions: * How did Martin know the parents weren't around? Martin tracks all the nests in the area and knows mating and breeding time periods. From his knowledge of the area and nest as well as examination of the young eagle, Martin knew the eagle had gotten separated from the parents. * How old was the eagle? Two and half to three months old, just out of the nest, probably 3 or 4 weeks. * Why did the eagle have to be taken back to the rescue center? He was really, really skinny and needed care to regain health and proper weight. Even another day alone, he would have died. Life in the wild is not easy and eagles need to be in top physical shape to survive. * Why didn't the eagle bite Martin? The eagle very easily could have bitten Martin, even as weak as he was. Martin has been working with critters over 50 years and knows how to handle them. Nonetheless, he always takes much care and caution for the benefit of both the eagle and himself! * Why is the eagle so calm and tame? This eagle was very thin, starved and weak. Generally, any time a wild animal acts tame, they are very sick. * Does the eagle know Martin is helping him? The eagle has an instinctual fear of humans. Captivity is very stressful for them. All they want is to get away from him and back into the wild. * How does Martin know if the eagle is male or female? He can't know for absolute certain without a blood test, and sometimes, especially when they are so thin, it is hard to know. Mostly, females are larger than males. After 50 years of working with critters, Martin has a pretty good eye for noticing size differences. However, there is still some gray area between a smaller female and larger male. It does not effect their treatment though, so Martin does not subject them to a blood test which would cause added stress. * What was the eagle fed? The eagle was fed differently throughout his stay. On arrival, the key was to get fluid and nutrients into him as soon as possible. Martin uses a special mix as well as some small mice. Martin usually only has to force feed them a few days until they have the strength to feed themselves. It is sometimes difficult to get them to eat while in captivity. As the eagle recovers, the food changes. They get a natural diet of mice, quail and jackrabbits. They are given the whole animal, not just meat, as they need all the parts of the animals. * Do eagles need water? Eagles get most of the water they need from the food they consume. They can also find water in wild at lakes, streams, puddles and such. Fresh water is always available for them at our rescue center. * Did you name the eagle? We do not name rehab animals. They are wild and need to stay that way. Once they are able to feed themselves, they are left alone as much as possible. Martin tosses in food and only enters when he has to examine them, move them, or clean the area. * Was the eagle taught how to hunt? This eagle was given some live animals in order to learn how to kill and how to feed himself. Hunting is partly instinctual and partly learned. All eagles have to get it figured out through experience as they only spend a very short amount of time with their parents once they leave the nest. * Why wasn't the eagle released where he was found? Martin released the eagle in safe central area. This location allows the eagle time to orient himself. Since they fly, distance isn't a big issue. They are released well fed with a full crop that will give them a few weeks to find their next meal. * What will the eagle do without his parents around? This eagle would not have been around his parents much longer. Once they reach a certain age, the parents leave them on their own. * Will the eagle ever find his parents? If the eagle did, the parents would drive him out of their territory. Shortly after they leave, the young eagles are on their own, this is why 80% don't survive the first year. * How will the eagle survive on his own? All birds of prey face a very tough learning curve, 80% don't make it past their first year. They are not with their parents very long after they leave the nest. They rely primarily on their instincts and learning things from experience. * Will you track the eagle? We are not permitted to tag rehab animals. There are special circumstances to tag animals, but to track every animal we see would get quite costly and labor intensive. * Has the eagle come back? If he comes back, something has been done wrong, the eagle should not be bonded to Martin for food. * What do you do if you see an injured eagle? It is best not to approach the eagle. Take note of the surroundings and location and call police dispatch, not 911, or local fish and game. 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I can just imagine the eagle telling his friends, this dude kidnapped me and force fed me all kinds of good food.

There is nothing like watching people committed to helping animals to renew ones’ faith in humanity. You do more than just save animals. Thank you.

I love the way this man talks to this bird with such love and kindness in his heart he makes my heart ❤️ just melt !!!

How the heck did this ended up in my recommended? Why am I crying?

You can tell as soon as you fed that poor baby that he was relieved to be fed. He didn't hesitate at all to eat.

Kudos to the dirt bike riders who found him. Thank you, Martin, so much for taking care of this beautiful young boy bird. You and Susan make a great team.

I'm so happy to see other rescuers. I have a lot of respect for our friend, Martin here. Birds are tricky and he's very good at getting them well enough to be free!

God bless this man, the world needs more of his kind heart.

What an honour to watch this. I am so enamoured by the great rescue service you give to eagles. You are so experienced and sensitive to the needs of the bird. I am very impressed!

This man should be awarded the Nobel Prize.

I would trust this man with mine and my children’s lives.

The Golden was so accepting of the help, but up there when he was getting ready to be released, he was feeling the wind blowing through his feathers... scouting out the lay of the land...he was ready to go...but giving YOU ALL a minute before letting you know he was ready to go!! Beautiful release!! 💜💟🌻🌾

lol that guy "Can I pet it?! /pets gently/ wow" that was adorable.

Martin, one thing that I've noticed about you and your wife's incredible work: I've never seen you show an "apprentice" that you pass on the extraordinary knowledge and experience you and your wife have. Having one or more apprentices could expand a network of people dedicated to being eagle guardians, like you. I just saw your recent video of that male juvenile that passed and I heard what you said about other rescuers that only stay 3-4 years in your profession. So, the dedication and perseverance necessary to do what you do must be screened for. I do hope you could do this because it is NECESSARY for your legacy to be passed on. Thank you for all you do.

He figured out that every time you bring up a mouse he should open up and take it. I'm glad you said he got stronger and was able to be released and be a wild eagle.

I love how the bird starts to get compliant to the hand feeding.

Wonderful! what majestic creatures they are!! Martin you are God sent for these birds! THANK YOU!

why do I have tears in my eyes? It was so moving to see him fly! Greetings from London, UK.

I sure hope you have been training someone to follow in your footsteps! You have a lifetime of knowledge, more compassion in you than most people have in their little finger alone, and such great determination to keep these birds and other wildlife alive! You are an incredible man who needs a protegé very badly. I would hate to see your work just fade away when you decide to retire. Keep doing what you do. You are an inspiration to us all !!

Martin thank you for rescuing and rehabilitating this precious creature. I am so thankful for what you do. You sir are a great steward.

The young eagle so chill when he carry him, he knew they come for rescue.

Here in California, sitting down in front of KZfaq on my Mac after a stressful day of work....redefines for me what's important in life - caring for the simple things in life, the simple but infinitely more valuable pleasures of life derived by caring for the environment, the animals that we share the planet with. Heartfelt thanks to you Martin!!! You are actually doing what I can only dream of (not to mean what you are doing is easy by any means). I have this crazy theory: If people like you, Kevin, the Lion Whisperer in Afrika, Lek Chailert, the Elephant lover in Thailand could somehow run this world based on your core, humanitarian feelings, concern for the planet, instead of the politicians running (at least) America today, we could truly "bring heaven o Earth"! Heartfelt thanks to you for caring for such simple but such invaluable things in life and the planet. Cat G, Exactly my thought!!! Unlike you and me and some others, (at least) some of the world is moving toward fake, temporal pleasures rooted in materialism rather than moving toward happiness and contentment that is rooted in true, greater, more esoteric but authentic, pleasures derived by helping others, the environment, our animal family....(we are their caretakers). That explains the ratings and the reviews!

Crying again love my animals so much bless you

How does this have almost 200 views and only 22 people clicked like? What is wrong with people these days? Clicking like also helps make more youtube money people! This Man is a true animal hero!

You actually give life as far as I am concerned. Amazing people.

This dude sounds like my grandma “he’s so skinny he’s starving to death” 🤔

I just came across this channel, I'm a big animal lover. My son is going into wildlife soon. The first video I seen was the eagle laying on side of the road and didn't survive. Well I cried lol just look at those eyes looking at you, this melts my heart. What a man you are!! Your so kind and gentle with them. I am subscribing!! I just love watching you!!! 🥰🥰🥰

Never knew eagle is so beautiful until now

What a lovely elegant ending, just beautiful. Thank you.

I get a tear in my eye every time I see Martin release another Eagle. Thank you so so much for everything you do.

Your tenacious and dedicated, it's good to see the public careing

Hagrid and his bugbeaks....Seeing the one in end get released after being brought to perfect health condition was so moving. Thank you for your noble work.

Such an admirable thing that you do for these birds.

Mr Martin protector angel of birds I wish you a lot of health to help the Eagles that are huge 🦅🦅🦅🦅🙏🏽😘🇧🇷

I can watch these videos over and over again! Eagles are the most beautiful thing we have

I get all teary eyed every time it see an Eagle released! Thank you for what you do💕🙏

I dont know why I'm tearing while watching this video. God bless these people for saving that beautiful baby eagle.

Bless you and those big bird bois. What a beautiful part of the world you live in too!

Must be one of your best patients yet. Such a good sweet boy.

I will have to admit, the end of this video when the eagle was released, I was tearing up but at the same time, my heart was filled with joy.

brought a tear to my eye watching him fly free , thank you for all your hard work you do with these amazing creatures from another bird lover and owner x

Geez, every video with Martin makes me cry with gratitude and many other emotions. Some humans really are loving creatures connected to Mother Earth’s critters and “plan.” Martin. I hope some brave and loving folks are training under you to do this magnificent work, too. How you would find that person already connected to these wild birds is part of your miracle, I guess. In this video, I was enchanted by how baby willingly opened his beak for food.

Thank you for what you do to save those Eagles and rehabilitate them! I am so glad that there are people caring for those magnificent birds! What a dedication

It warms my heart to know there are people like you that care so much about our natural wildlife. Thank you for you hard work and dedication

You two got some of most gentle souls I've ever seen, humanity at is best :)

That moment you let them go, it is so powerful and then I tear up!

Love the babies - this one was very lucky you were around!! You guys certainly get your exercise over there! Thanks for the great vid!

I’m so glad everything worked out for this sweet boy. Such an amazing opportunity to get to release one back out into the wild, I know this gentleman will never forget this. Thanks Martin for all you do, you are the eagle and raptor whisperer for sure. 💜💜

What a man goes straight through my heart, greets from Germany.

Great work Mr. Martin! Wonderful to see the rescue, rehab and loving kindness lavished on these beautiful creatures!! :)

Another satisfied customer! I am sure he/she, they thank you for your work. You care for the birds more than yourself. You have very difficult tasks (catching, rehabbing, feeding, handling, releasing etc) but you are so trained for it. It looks all so easy for you because you are the pro. Between your rehab work and being a master falconer, you have definitely found your life purpose in caring for the wildlife. They are fortunate to have you as their advocate.

I love how the community is proactive in stopping and helping the eagles who are in need of assistance. Poor guy, was starving and Healer of Angels arrived just in time 😁. Excellent work by you, Mrs. Susan T. and the people who called it in.

I love to watch Martin's videos, his handling of his patients, him sharing his wealth of experience in saving these beautiful animals. Greetings from Germany.

What a beautiful bird. Thanks to those who noticed he was in trouble and to you guys for getting him well. So privileged to have this insight into the bird’s recovery ♥️♥️. Hopefully he now has the physical resources to make a good go of it.

Mr. Martin, you are an amazing person, thanks you for taking care of the Eagles....

Takes real big hearts to do this!! You are amazing Martin and your helpers. Fly little guy!!

WOW! What an honor to release such a majestic masterpiece of nature! I'm jealous!!

Thank you for all you do, and for sharing this recovery. The release brought tears. Beautiful.

Thank you Thank you Thank you a million times for all you do in helping with these beautiful creatures.

What a fantastic guy, 50 yrs rescuing and still passionate

Those releases always make me cry. So beautiful.

awww I ugly cried when that golden eagle was finally released back into the wild.

Wow! why am i crying? that's so beautiful. Thank you for rescuing these magnificent creatures!

Thank you so much for giving the 🦅 the opportunity to be free again and ur friendship and love to them ❤️ may God bless you and your family always and give you strength to keep doing the hard part 🙏🏻💙🤗

This was a wonderful thing to see. I'm so glad there are people who are committed to saving these magnificent birds! Thank you!💖❤💝

Thank you Martin! I've seen Golden Eagles here in Brentwood,S Calif. Magnificent birds. Blessings to you and yours!

Thank you ! So moving and a joy to see

I always cry when an eagle is released I adore them What a beautiful exchange of love & respect Much appreciation for your kindness & knowledge!

Thank you for your work and for sharing your techniques with all of us. You help the birds twice - first by rehabbing them and then by educating others. Much love to you, your wife and volunteers!

Now that one is adorable :) Thank you for sharing and for your work overall of course!

You are an angel, Martin. We pray for you and your birds to have a wonderful life

Such AWESOMENESS!! Thank you💖💖💖💖💖

Thank you so much I felt every thing I have saved many birds and there is nothing more gradifing to save a bird

You guys are tireless, I just love your passion & empathy for these & all animals. You & your partner are great people. Thanks for sharing your efforts. From Australia.

Martin, I'm a firm believer that these beautiful beings know you're there to help. I am in awe with what you do.

Great job as usual. Martin is so loving with the birds. This boy took to eating so well. Was a joy to see him get strong and return to the wild.

God bless you Martin & Team for the wonderful, selfless work you do! Ya'all are very inspiring 💕💕 you've assisted so many birds to regain life and desire to be free! Thanks

That was a beautiful release, Circle of Love for Wildlife. Fly Like an Eagle my friend, thanks for giving back to nature!

Mr.Martin please accept my gratitude and appreciation, you are an amazing human being. everytime I look up into blue sky, and watch a bird flying, I would think of you sir,

Thanks for rescuing the little one :)

This is the first time I found your channel and please now I salute you and other rescuers in the center for helping and caring for these animals when they can't do it for themselves. The world needs more people like you guys.

Such a beautiful release , made me cry ! Truly magnificent! 🦅💞

what a great feeling to give freedom to the eagle!!!

Thank you for all you do for these raptors and and thank you Susan for saving the critters . Both of you are Angels of mercy for these animals and birds. Many thanks to all the volunteers that help both of you. I love seeing all your videos and your book is a great read too.

Such a beautiful release. Probably my favorite part of your videos when you rehabilitate the birds that are found.

Keep saving these amazing bird's!! Thank you!!!

i have never been more delighted by my recommended videos, I love raptors. thank you guys for helping these beautiful birds

Thank you so much for rescuing this golden eagle and caring for him until he was strong again to release him into the wild. He reminds me of Cara, she was so young too. I still think of her every day and I talk to Peter often. BTW the new parrot pavilion caught on fire, sadly they lost some birds and Peter ended up in the hospital from smoke inhalation. My husband and I will be going to Utah in2 to 3 weeks, I would love to stop by and say hi if your not busy. I still am so grateful to you for your help with Cara. She was a very special eagle. ❤️🦅

Martin and Sue. You do such amazing work. Greetings from the UK.

Such a handsome young bird, thank you for saving him.

your patience, respect and love for these magnificent creatures makes you a legend.

God bless this gentleman he's doing amazing job with does birds

Once again you brought a tear to my eye with this story. So well done and told from start to finish. I hope you all keep doing these chronicling videos from the beginning and end of your Avian residents rehabilitation. Martin's a great man which I've said before and I'll continue to say.💛😄

Thank you for being so kind and compassionate. These birds are.so amazing.

For only having that eagle for 32 minutes, you did a dang good job!!!

I just wanted to say thank you so so much I can tell just by watching your videos how much you love these Eagles. Thank you for caring so much for these beautiful animals. There needs to be more people like you that actually care and love the Animals and birds and every living creature on this plant. There isn’t enough words to say how much I appreciate what you are doing for them. Thank you again!

Beautiful!

The world is such a better place with your compassion and generosity for all critters. It's terrific that you return them to nature instead of "owning" them. Good bless you and your family and helpers.

This man is a saint, God bless him in all his endeavors.Peace & love