Jackie, Beloved Big Bear Bald Eagle, Dies After Illness
Jackie, a bald eagle known for her global following through the Friends of Big Bear Valley livestream, has died at the age of 14. She was undergoing treatment for severe anemia and kidney inflammation at the Ojai Raptor Center. Despite intensive care, her condition worsened, leading to her death. Jackie became an internet sensation as viewers watched her life unfold through a wildlife camera installed near her nest in Big Bear Lake, California. Her story, which included raising eaglets and enduring harsh weather, captivated millions worldwide. Jackie was part of a conservation success story, as bald eagles were once on the brink of extinction due to habitat loss and pesticides.