Wildlife authorities in DuPage County euthanized a bald eagle that was found to be displaying strong signs of bird flu last week, according to Chicago Bird Collision Monitors. An official from the conservation organization confirmed Tuesday that the bald eagle was found and rescued on Friday afternoon at Butler Cemetery,

Illinois is a popular wintering spot for migrating bald eagles that are attracted by the waterways that line DuPage and Will counties.

A bald eagle found in Chicago's western suburbs has been euthanized after it was suspected of being infected with bird flu. On Friday of last week, the eagle was spotted with its head drooping in Hinsdale.