Five federally protected pelicans found shot dead in Illinois lake

NEWTON, Ill. — Conservation officers say five American white pelicans were found shot dead in Newton Lake in Illinois. The Illinois DNR said another pelican was injured but is recuperating. The birds are protected by the federal Migratory Bird Act and by state law. Conservation police are asking for the public’s help with any information …

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