RIP Hare Emma.
Those of you who followed the story of the Dublin Airport worker who found the struggling hare while on a K9 mission on the airport’s grounds will be sad to hear that the tiny animal has been confirmed dead.
The tiny brown hare was found covered in snow at Dublin Airport by a K9 team during the snow of early March. She was retrieved by an airport worker, who filmed the rescue.
A special rescue this morning by one of our Airport Police. This little fella was taken to safety & given food and heat. We’re happy to report he’s safe and well. #BeastFromTheEast #Snow #BabyRabbit pic.twitter.com/uyP78y5BOH
— Dublin Airport (@DublinAirport) March 3, 2018
The leveret was so cold as the mercury plummeted below zero that she approached a human in desperation.
Following a rough start and tougher rehabilitation, Hare Emma seemed to be thriving – and even made international headlines.
However, it wasn’t meant to be for the leporine creature – as Dublin Airport confirmed the news on social media this Friday evening.
The social media team took to Twitter to share the news of Emma’s passing, alongside a note mentioning their continued work with the Irish National Parks & Wildlife Service.
Some very sad news. Unfortunately #HareEmma passed away in recent days. She was provided with the best care possible, based on expert advice. But sadly she didn't make it. We'll continue to work closely with the Irish National Parks & Wildlife Service re our native Irish 1/2
— Dublin Airport (@DublinAirport) March 23, 2018
hare population on the airport campus. Thanks again for all your interest in Emma over the past few weeks. 2/2
— Dublin Airport (@DublinAirport) March 23, 2018
Dozens have since responded on Twitter commending the airport staff for their tireless and considerate work in helping the animal to survive when conditions were at their harshest.
Awwwwww now… Poor Emma. But massive well done to everyone who did everything in their power to try save her. ❤❤❤
— Mel Byrne – I Stand With Ukraine 🇺🇦 (@MelByrneRadio) March 23, 2018
She didn't die alone and she was well loved.
— Aoife Somers (@aoifesomers) March 23, 2018
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Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.
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