Sam Trentadue is on a desperate search for a young bald eagle he lost in Mississauga last week, and he’s hoping word will spread and residents will be on the lookout for it on roofs or in trees.

“He won’t survive. He’ll die,” Trentadue, owner/operator of Ontario Falconry Centre, told the News. “It’s very, very, very important that we find him.”

He also stressed the importance of calling him immediately if the bird is found.

“Do not approach or handle the bird,” he cautioned.