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On May 20, Cheeba was walking towards the Campbell River Home Depot when she saw the eagle in question land in a nearby tree. She then did what she always does, grabbed her phone to take a few photos.
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Cheeba thinks that the eagle likely had a nest nearby with some young and was just being protective. However, when she walks to work now she is 含羞草研究社渁lways watching.含羞草研究社�
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Bald eagles can grow to nearly a metre in height and can weigh over six kilograms.
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Despite her ordeal, she says her love for the animals hasn含羞草研究社檛 changed, she would just prefer a bit more distance next time she sees one.
The Mirror has reached out to the MARS Wildlife Rescue Centre for a comment. This story will be updated with their response.
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