Bald eagle Jackie out of ICU, but not out of danger
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Jackie the internet-famous bald eagle mom has officially been moved out of the intensive care unit at the Ojai Raptor Center. She is continuing to receive round-the-clock veterinary care, as she remains a very sick patient. “This is an encouraging step forward, but it does not mean she is out of danger,” the Ojai Raptor Center writes.
“We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support, encouragement, and kindness shown to our team throughout her care. Your messages on social media truly mean a great deal to all of us.” Back in Big Bear Valley, Jackie and her partner Shadow’s young eagles Sandy and Luna were last seen on camera on July 23.
According to nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV), the young eagles may have left the area on the “great journey,” and may officially be out on their own. “Shadow has been seen around the habitat daily,” FOBBV writes. “If the eaglets have moved on, Shadow has no reason to visit the nest or stay within the habitat.
This would be considered his summer vacation, and he can hang out and perch wherever he is comfortable.” Jackie will only be released back to Big Bear if she is healthy and able to hunt and protect herself. The timeline for her release is still unclear, as she remains quite sick.
She was found on the ground near Dana Point Park on July 17, following a short altercation on the ground with two other subadult eagles. Cell phone video confirmed that the adult was able to fend off the other eagles by turning over and using its talons, but could not fly far away. The LA County Parks San Dimas Raptor Rescue then picked up the eagle and it was transferred to the Ojai Raptor Center.
This is a developing story and we will continue to provide updates. In the meantime, viewers can monitor the nest on FOBBV’s livestream. Jackie and Shadow’s 2026 babies: Everything you need to know It’s been another roller coaster nesting season for Jackie and Shadow, a pair of internet-famous bald eagle parents living in San Bernardino
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