Durban - A Cape gull found on an uMhlanga Beach with an injured wing last week has been put down at the Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (Crow).
The gull was found on the sand by security officer for Milkwood House, Paul de Swart who had been trying unsuccessfully to catch the bird.
He alerted Crow, which sent a team to help.
Crow communications officer Paul Hoyte said they managed to safely catch the injured bird and take him back to the centre for examination and treatment.
This revealed that the bird’s wing was shattered beyond repair.
“The team had to make the difficult decision to end its suffering. Despite this, we would like to thank Paul and his staff for showing such care in helping our local wildlife.
“This gull might not have made it, but with the help of caring people, we will continue to successfully save thousands of other animals in distress,” Hoyte said. - Daily News