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nature11 days ago•4 min saved

KD1 Sparks a New Chapter for Shadow in Big Bear Eagle Nest

Following Jackie’s death, Shadow has been seen with a new potential mate, KD1 (Katie), in the Big Bear nest. The pair were observed spending time together, touching beaks and moving sticks, fueling hopes she could become his mate. Katie, born in 2022 in Orange County and banded as KD1, may be a candidate as fans cope with Jackie’s passing, though it’s unclear if they’ll mate this season, since California’s mating hormones typically rise in December–January and Big Bear hosts many visiting eagles during summer.

via USA Today|

#bald-eagle #big-bear-valley #eagle-nest

environment11 days ago•7 min saved

KD1’s Arrival Sparks Shadow’s Possible New Mate at Big Bear Nest

A 4½-year-old banded bald eagle named KD1 begins visiting Shadow at the Big Bear nest after Jackie’s death, prompting speculation about a potential new mate as breeding season nears, while livestream cameras continue to document developments and experts weigh KD1’s gender.

via Los Angeles Times|

#bald-eagle #big-bear-valley #environment

environment11 days ago•4 min saved

Shadow Rebounds with New Mate at Big Bear Nest After Jackie’s Death

Three days after Jackie’s death from anemia, Big Bear’s famous bald eagle Shadow returned to the nest with a new mate, KD1, who first appeared Aug. 10 and is larger in size (likely female); the pair were seen together at the nest for several minutes before flying away, signaling Shadow’s quick move on and continuing public interest in the nest livestream.

via New York Post|

#bald-eagle #big-bear-valley #environment

climate-and-environment13 days ago•7 min saved

Global tributes pour in as Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle dies

Jackie, the internet-famous bald eagle from Big Bear Lake who, with her mate Shadow, captivated millions via a long-running nest livestream, died after weeks of illness. Fans worldwide shared memories celebrating her motherhood, resilience, and devotion, turning her into a symbol of hope and unity. The enduring storyline inspired classrooms and individuals facing hardship, and supporters now consider Shadow’s future while pushing habitat protection to honor her legacy.

via Los Angeles Times|

#bald-eagle #big-bear-lake #climate-and-environment

environment-wildlife14 days ago•6 min saved

Farewell Jackie: Big Bear Bald Eagle Dies After Prolonged Illness; Remains Headed to National Eagle Repository

California’s Big Bear bald eagle Jackie died Aug. 9 after weeks of treatment for anemia and kidney inflammation, with new details revealing a large blood clot in her wing and kidney, plus liver and lung abnormalities and poor bone marrow response. She underwent extensive testing, including CT scans and a bone marrow biopsy, but could not keep food down in the final days. A necropsy will be performed by veterinary pathologists in the San Diego Wildlife Alliance, and, per federal law, her remains will be sent to the National Eagle Repository in Colorado for distribution to enrolled tribes and educational use. Shadow’s future remains uncertain as the nest scene continues to evolve with visiting eagles around the territory.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#bald-eagle #big-bear #environment-wildlife

nature14 days ago•1 min saved

Farewell to Jackie: Beloved livestream bald eagle dies at 14

Jackie, the bald eagle whose nest saga with partner Shadow drew thousands online from atop a Jeffrey pine near Big Bear Lake in California, died after a mysterious illness caused severe anemia. Estimated to be about 14 years old, she was treated at the Ojai Raptor Center after an attack by two younger eagles, and she leaves behind a legacy of multiple hatchlings from years of care and public fascination with her mountain home.

via The Washington Post|

#bald-eagle #big-bear-lake #livestream

nature14 days ago•1 min saved

Beloved California Bald Eagle Jackie Dies After Prolonged Care

Jackie, the famous California bald eagle beloved by viewers of the Big Bear Valley nest cam, died after weeks of intensive care at the Ojai Raptor Center from anaemia and weight loss following an attack by other eagles; her mate Shadow and thousands of online followers mourn the loss of the wildlife star.

via BBC|

#bald-eagle #big-bear-valley-nest-cam #friends-of-big-bear-valley

us15 days ago•4 min saved

Final Flight for Jackie: California Bald Eagle Dies After Illness

A globally followed livestream bird, Jackie the bald eagle from Big Bear Valley, died at the Ojai Raptor Center after weeks of treatment for kidney inflammation and severe anemia, closing a pandemic-era wildlife saga and prompting donations to create a sanctuary for eagles and other wildlife.

via The New York Times|

#bald-eagle #jackie-the-eagle #live-stream

world15 days ago•6 min saved

Farewell, Jackie: Beloved Big Bear bald eagle passes after weeks of rehab

Beloved Big Bear Valley bald eagle Jackie died after more than three weeks of intensive care at the Ojai Raptor Center for severe anemia and kidney inflammation following an altercation with two subadult eagles; she received life-saving transfusions and extensive testing that ruled out lead poisoning, but her condition deteriorated and she passed away early this morning, with her remains turned over to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife as fans and the nest-cam community mourn her loss.

via USA Today|

#bald-eagle #big-bear-valley #eagle-nest-cam

environment15 days ago•5 min saved

Farewell to Jackie: Big Bear’s Beloved Nest Cam Bald Eagle Passes Away

Jackie, the iconic bald eagle featured on the Big Bear Valley nest-cam for about a decade, died at 14 after treatment for a serious illness. Born in 2012, she and her mate Shadow raised multiple eaglets and became a global symbol of bald eagle recovery and wildlife education, drawing millions of viewers. Her remains were transferred to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, marking the end of an era in California wildlife storytelling.

via The Desert Sun|

#bald-eagle #big-bear-lake #conservation

climate-and-environment15 days ago•7 min saved

Farewell to Jackie: Big Bear’s Famous Bald Eagle Succumbs to Unknown Ailment

Jackie, the Big Bear Valley bald eagle whose nest livestream drew millions, died after weeks of care for a mysterious illness that caused severe anemia; despite extensive tests—CT scans and a bone marrow biopsy—veterinarians could not determine a cause, and her remains were transferred to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The 14-year-old bird and her mate Shadow had raised several chicks over the years, and fans mourn her loss while Shadow’s future remains uncertain; the story also touched on fundraising to protect the eagles’ nesting area.

via Los Angeles Times|

#bald-eagle #california #climate-and-environment

science16 days ago•2 min saved

Jackie the Bald Eagle Battles Critical Illness as Vets Strive to Stabilize Her

Jackie, a beloved bald eagle rescued after a July altercation in Southern California, remains unstable and critically ill at the Ojai Raptor Center as doctors monitor her condition; her latest bloodwork shows severe anemia and kidney inflammation despite a life-saving transfusion and intensive care from nine veterinarians and wildlife officials. Tests have ruled out lead poisoning, cancer, and fishing hooks, with rodenticide exposure considered but not deemed the primary cause. The case has drawn millions of fans and continued attention to her nest with her partner Shadow and a new eagle nicknamed Jolene.

via USA Today|

#anemia #bald-eagle #jackie

pets-and-animals1 month ago•9 min saved

Shadow Stays by the Nest as Jackie Reovers?

Shadow remains guarding the Big Bear nest and helping care for Sandy and Luna in Jackie’s absence, with experts saying his strong bond with Jackie makes moving on unlikely for now; while Jackie remains in critical condition after a life-saving transfusion, experts note she could reclaim the nest if she recovers, or potentially start anew with a different mate later, depending on her health and population dynamics.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#bald-eagle #big-bear #eagle-nest

science-and-environment1 month ago•3 min saved

Famed Big Bear bald eagle fights mystery illness as doctors hunt elusive cause

Jackie, the 14-year-old bald eagle from Big Bear Lake, remains in critical condition at the Ojai Raptor Center as veterinarians treat suspected rodenticide poisoning and severe anemia; tests have ruled out lead poisoning and metals, a life-saving blood transfusion helped her energy, and clinicians are awaiting zinc toxicity results while she fights the illness and her family at the nest.

via USA Today|

#anemia #bald-eagle #big-bear-lake

science1 month ago•5 min saved

Iconic California bald eagle Jackie fights for survival as vets search for cause

Jackie, a 14-year-old bald eagle whose nest livestream has drawn millions, is in critical condition at the Ojai Raptor Center after an altercation with two subadult eagles; veterinarians are testing for rodenticide or lead poisoning, with treatment ongoing and prognosis uncertain. Wildlife experts note many eagle injuries stem from human activity—poisoning, gunshots, power lines—but rehab can succeed, and fans remain hopeful she’ll recover and return to her mate Shadow and their eaglets.

via USA Today|

#bald-eagle #lead-poisoning #raptor-center