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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 11, 2026Miami-Dade

Jackie, the Big Bear Lake bald eagle, dies following illness

Jackie, a bald eagle known for her widely viewed online nest camera, died Monday after receiving medical treatment for anemia and other ailments. The bird had been under the care of the Ojai Raptor Center for three weeks following a reported fight with other eagles.

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Why It Matters

The death marks the end of a decade-long public observation of a specific bald eagle pair that served as a symbol of the species' recovery in California.

Key Facts

  • Jackie the bald eagle died on Monday after three weeks of medical treatment.
  • The eagle was treated for ailments including anemia at the Ojai Raptor Center.
  • The bird was rescued on July 17 by the San Dimas Raptor Rescue team following a fight with two other eagles.
  • The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is currently in possession of the remains.
  • The nest camera was installed by the nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley in 2015.
  • Bald eagles were removed from the federal endangered list following the 1970s ban on the pesticide DDT.

Who's Mentioned

organizationOjai Raptor Center“Provided medical treatment to the eagle.”organizationCalifornia Department of Fish and Wildlife“Currently caring for the remains.”otherJackie“The bald eagle that died.”organizationLos Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation“Rescued the bird on July 17.”organizationFriends of Big Bear Valley“Nonprofit that installed the nest camera.”otherShadow“Jackie's nesting partner.”personKelly Sorenson“Biologist and executive director of the Ventana Wildlife Society.”locationBig Bear Lake“Location of the eagle's nest.”