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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alex Lang and The Associated Press

Murphy, the bald eagle and foster dad to a rock, has died after violent storms in Missouri

A beloved bald eagle has died after being caught in storms in Missouri - (AP)

Murphy, the beloved bald eagle that became a celebrity, has died after violent storms hit Missouri.

Murphy, who surpassed the average life span of 25 years, died last week at the World Bird Sanctuary in Valley Park, Missouri. Sanctuary officials believe the violent storms that ripped apart homes and claimed 12 lives last weekend may have factored in the bird's death.

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