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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 11, 2026Miami-Dade

Jackie, a well-known bald eagle in Big Bear Lake, dies following illness

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

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Why It Matters

The death of this specific eagle marks the end of a decade-long public observation project that tracked bald eagle recovery in the San Bernardino Mountains.

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 found on July 17 by the San Dimas Raptor Rescue team following a fight with other eagles.
  • The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is currently in possession of the remains.
  • The Friends of Big Bear Valley nonprofit installed the nest camera 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“Facility where Jackie received medical treatment.”organizationCalifornia Department of Fish and Wildlife“Agency currently caring for the remains.”otherJackie“A bald eagle known for being the subject of a live-streamed nest camera.”organizationLos Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation“The San Dimas Raptor Rescue team found Jackie on July 17.”organizationFriends of Big Bear Valley“Nonprofit organization that installed the nest camera in 2015.”otherShadow“Jackie's nesting partner.”personKelly Sorenson“Biologist and executive director of the Ventana Wildlife Society.”