Bald Eagle, who nature lovers have been watching online for over 10 years, dies
Jackie, a bald eagle famous from a live nest camera, has died after weeks of medical treatment. She was rescued in July following a reported fight with two other eagles. The bird received intensive care, including a blood transfusion and oxygen therapy. Jackie became a global internet star, watched by thousands for over a decade. Her passing marks the end of a beloved symbol of bald eagle…
Jackie, the famous bald eagle who captured the attention of millions online for over a decade, has passed away after weeks of intensive medical treatment in California. The internet sensation was rescued in July following an alleged altercation with two other bald eagles, and subsequently hospitalized at the Ojai Raptor Center. Despite receiving a blood transfusion and oxygen therapy, Jackie's health continued to decline, and she succumbed to her illness on August 10.
Jackie and her mate, Shadow, gained worldwide fame through a live nest camera installed in 2015 by the nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley. The camera allowed viewers to witness the bald eagles raising their young each year in a nest near Big Bear Lake, located in California's San Bernardino Mountains.
One of the most memorable moments in Jackie's life occurred during a harsh winter storm in 2024. She remained on her eggs for more than two and a half days while the nest was buried under snow, showcasing the resilience of the species. Jackie's plight drew the attention of thousands of people worldwide who followed her progress, offered support, and hoped for her recovery.
Wildlife experts, including Kelly Sorenson from the Ventana Wildlife Society, emphasized Jackie's significance beyond her internet stardom. Sorenson highlighted that the bald eagle's recovery exemplified the remarkable success of conservation efforts in California. The species had nearly vanished in the United States prior to the ban of the pesticide DDT in the 1970s, and subsequent conservation measures helped populations rebound. Bald eagles were ultimately removed from the federal endangered species list.
In light of Jackie's passing, wildlife officials have entrusted her remains to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
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