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climate-and-environment24 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

nature24 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|

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environment25 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|

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environment27 days ago•5 min saved

Big Bear Bald Eagle Jackie Battles Worsening Anemia in ICU

Celebrity bald eagle Jackie remains in intensive care at the Ojai Raptor Center as her anemia worsens, with her packed cell volume dropping below 10% and veterinarians continuing extensive testing to determine the cause; recovery could take weeks to months, and fans follow updates as her mate Shadow stays nearby.

via Los Angeles Times|

#anemia #big-bear-lake #environment

environment1 month ago•6 min saved

OpenAI co‑founder backs Big Bear eagle habitat with $5.5M donation

OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman and wife Anna donated $5.5 million to a fundraiser that, with other gifts, meets a $10 million goal to buy undeveloped land near the Big Bear eagle nest to protect critical foraging habitat, as the famous pair Jackie and Shadow garner support; the donation arrives amid Jackie’s serious illness and aims to shield the nest from development on the Moon Camp site.

via Los Angeles Times|

#big-bear-lake #conservation #donation

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

environment1 month ago•5 min saved

Illness Seen Before Big Bear Bald Eagle Jackie Fight, Rescue Ongoing

Vet teams say Jackie remains in critical condition at the Ojai Raptor Center with severe anemia and kidney inflammation; new video shows her fighting two younger eagles, but veterinarians believe she was already sick before the incident; tests are checking for lead, zinc, and rodenticide exposure, with X-rays showing no metal objects; her two fledglings Sandy and Luna are being cared for by their father Shadow while Jackie’s recovery could take weeks.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

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california-news1 month ago•28 min saved

Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle fights for life as recovery begins

Jackie, Big Bear’s famous bald eagle, remains in critical condition at the Ojai Raptor Center after a July attack by two subadult eagles. Vets are treating severe anemia and kidney inflammation and conducting tests for lead, zinc, and rodenticide, with X-rays showing no foreign objects. Despite the seriousness, Jackie is alert, eating, and capable of standing, signaling progress as wildlife professionals monitor her condition. The rescue timeline: Jackie was spotted July 17, then rescued and transported to the Ojai Raptor Center on July 18. Her mate Shadow and their two eaglets Sandy and Luna remain at the nest. Donations to the Ojai Raptor Center and Friends of Big Bear Valley are being collected to support Jackie’s care and other raptors.

via KTLA|

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

wildlife-and-environment1 month ago•5 min saved

Rescued Big Bear bald eagle, likely Jackie, begins rehab in Ojai

A bald eagle believed to be Jackie from the Big Bear nest cam was found weak along Big Bear Lake and is in stable condition at the Ojai Raptor Center after transfer from the San Dimas rescue; initial checks showed the bird was underweight, muddy-footed, and with disheveled feathers but no obvious wounds, and veterinarians are conducting a full assessment while theories about her decline include lead poisoning or stress from recent aerial encounters.

via Los Angeles Times|

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environment1 month ago•5 min saved

Grounded Big Bear bald eagle rescued, fans say it’s Jackie from the nest cam

A grounded bald eagle found near Big Bear Lake over the weekend is believed to be Jackie, the star of the long-running Big Bear nest livestream. After a ground confrontation with two sub-adults, she was rescued by L.A. County San Dimas Raptor Rescue and taken to a rehabilitation facility for care. Fans had worried about Jackie’s absence; the nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley indicated evidence points to her identity, and the nest’s recent eaglets Sandy and Luna have already fledged.

via Los Angeles Times|

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

technology3 months ago•8 min saved

macOS 27 Name Showdown: Emerald vs. Big Bear

MacRumors discusses two possible names for macOS 27—Emerald (a nod to Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe) or Big Bear—while the update is expected to focus on bug fixes and stability as a refined Tahoe release, potentially adding a new Siri app and Apple Intelligence features. Apple could also revive other California-based names from older trademark filings, but nothing is certain. macOS 27 is expected to be unveiled at WWDC 2026 on June 8.

via MacRumors|

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