PETA Urges Crystal Palace to Retire Bald Eagle Mascot Phoenix
Crystal Palace have been urged by animal rights organisation PETA to retire Phoenix, the club’s bald eagle mascot, with immediate effect.
Why the call matters at Selhurst Park
Phoenix is part of Crystal Palace’s matchday identity and is associated with the Eagles’ nickname. The bird has appeared at Selhurst Park, where its presence has become a familiar feature around home fixtures.
| Club | Mascot | Request |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Palace | Phoenix, a bald eagle | Immediate retirement |
PETA’s intervention puts the welfare and use of live animals in football environments back into focus, with the group asking Palace to end Phoenix’s role as the club mascot.
What remains unresolved
Crystal Palace have not announced whether Phoenix’s matchday role will change following PETA’s request.
