Jackie, beloved Big Bear bald eagle, dies at 14 after prolonged illness
Jackie, the bald eagle who became a global internet favourite through Big Bear Valley livestreams, has died at 14 after more than three weeks of intensive treatment for a serious illness.
Jackie, a beloved bald eagle who gained international fame through livestream cameras at her Big Bear Valley nest, has passed away at the age of 14 after battling a prolonged illness. The Ojai Raptor Center announced her death on Monday, stating that despite three weeks of intensive medical care, her condition continued to deteriorate.
Jackie, believed to be the first bald eagle ever hatched in Big Bear Valley, became an online sensation as she and her mate Shadow raised their eaglets through harsh mountain conditions. Her resilience and the recovery of the bald eagle species in the United States were highlighted in the announcement, with Friends of Big Bear Valley documenting her life and the challenges she faced.
The center expressed deep sorrow over her passing, noting that her remains have been transferred to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
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