JOURNAL ARTICLE

North Carolina Motorist Tells 911: Eagle Dropped a Cat Through the Windshield.

  • Published In: Claims Journal, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Williams, Corey 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on an unusual incident in which a motorist in western North Carolina reported that a bald eagle dropped a cat onto her windshield while she was driving on U.S. Route 74 near Bryson City. The driver, who was unharmed, described the event during a 911 call, expressing disbelief at the occurrence. Wildlife experts explained that bald eagles may scavenge roadkill or drop prey for various reasons, noting that while they can carry animals the size of a cat, it is more challenging to do so with live prey. Bald eagles are native to North Carolina, with a growing population of over 200 nesting pairs in the state. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Claims Journal. 2025/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189590067
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