Bird dies after being freed from net in major rescue mission on North Shields Fish Quay

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service on the scene of the rescue on North Shields Fish Quay. Credit: Blyth Wildlife Rescue

A bird that was freed from netting in a major rescue mission in North Shields has died.

The adult kittiwake was trapped on the roof of a building on the Fish Quay when it was spotted on Saturday 2 July.

It was reported to be "shrieking" as it became more and more distressed after getting its wing caught in some netting.

A passerby called local charity Blyth Wildlife Rescue but they were unable to help due to the bird's position.

Specialist equipment was used to cut the kittiwake free. Credit: Blyth Wildlife Rescue

They then joined forced with Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service's Tynemouth Blue Watch to take on the task.

An aerial ladder platform was used to reach the bird and it was freed.

Blyth Wildlife Rescue took the bird into its care, treating the wounds and providing emergency medication in its intensive care unit.

However, the trauma of the incident took its toll and the bird died the following day.

The adult kittiwake was initially rescued and taken into care but died. Credit: Blyth Wildlife Rescue

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