Pelican launched in Miami Seaside by Pelican Harbor Seabird Station after present process surgical procedure to take away fish hook lodged in wing – WSVN 7News | Miami Information, Climate, Sports activities

MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) – The Pelican Harbor Seabird Station is adding another ‘free bird” to its list of success stories.

After surgery and 99 days of intensive care, a rehabilitated brown pelican was released at sunrise on Miami beach early Friday morning.

In December, the bird was found tangled in a fishing line and with hooks lodged in its body. It underwent both surgical and non-surgical procedures to safely remove the hook.

The case is a reminder to everyone— pick up after yourself and be considerate of wildlife.

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