Riley, the first Philippine eagle to hatch independently in captivity, has died just three months after its birth raised hopes of survival for the endangered species, a conservation charity has said.

the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) announced on Wednesday. The eaglet was under the care of the PEF, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and saving endangered Philippine eagles.

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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Eagle Foundation announced on Thursday, April 17, that it will examine its health and nutrition programs following the death of Riley, the first Philippine ...