In an unusual incident in Bremen, Germany, a wounded cormorant approached the emergency department of a hospital, tapping on the glass to attract attention until the staff finally noticed the bird's distress. The cormorant had a fishing hook stuck in its beak, which caused it significant pain and made feeding nearly impossible. This behavior suggested that the bird was in extreme distress, having lost its natural fear of humans in its desperate state.

The hospital staff, in collaboration with rescuers, successfully removed the fishing hook from the cormorant's beak and treated its injury, cleaning and covering the wound. The Bremen fire department reported that such injuries can be life-threatening for cormorants, causing severe pain, potential inflammation, and hindering their ability to eat fish, which is crucial for their survival.

After receiving the necessary care, the cormorant was released back into the hospital's garden area, allowing it to recover in its natural environment. This heartwarming story highlights both the compassion of the hospital staff and rescuers and the resilience of wildlife in the face of adversity. It also underscores the importance of being cautious with fishing gear to prevent similar incidents in the future.