Kildare experts rescue injured swan from Dublin street

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Published 19th Sep 2022, 11:14 GMT

The swan being rescued at the scene / Photos: Alison O'Reilly

placeholder image — The swan being rescued at the scene / Photos: Alison O'Reilly

Kildare Wildlife Rescue volunteers were called to rescue an injured swan on a Dublin street.

placeholder image — Kildare Wildlife Rescue volunteers were called to rescue an injured swan on a Dublin street.

The bird was seen in the Liberty Hall area at the weekend and bystanders called 999.

placeholder image — The bird was seen in the Liberty Hall area at the weekend and bystanders called 999.

Gardaí and Dublin Fire Brigade were quickly on the scene and shielded the swan from passing traffic.

The bird was treated at a local veterinary clinic and was later taken to Wildlife Kildare to recuperate from the injuries.

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