Tennessee mayor helps halt federal euthanasia order for rescued bald eagle Phoenix

Tennessee mayor helps halt federal euthanasia order for rescued bald eagle Phoenix

A bald eagle in Tennessee that had been ordered euthanized by federal wildlife officials has been given a reprieve after Athens Mayor Larry Eaton challenged the decision. Phoenix, a female eagle being cared for at Owl Ridge Raptor Center, cannot return to the wild, but a veterinarian said she could live in a permanent captive setting, WTVC reported. Here's what to know Phoenix has been at Owl Ridge Raptor Center in Athens since April 7, when she…