Big Bear Eagles Jackie and Shadow Welcome Two Eaglets, Captivating Millions Online
Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow have become the proud parents of two eaglets, hatching over the Easter weekend. The first eaglet emerged late Saturday night, followed by the second on Sunday morning. This event was closely followed by 2.5 million social media users through a live webcam managed by Friends of Big Bear Valley, a nonprofit organization. Jackie and Shadow, who have been a pair since 2018, have gained international fame through this webcam, which is one of the most viewed nature cams on YouTube. The eaglets will be named by third-grade students from a local school. The hatching process began with a pip, or a breach in the eggshell, observed on Friday, and concluded with both eaglets appearing healthy by Sunday. This successful hatching comes after a previous clutch was lost to ravens earlier in the year.