Big Bear’s famous eagle couple, Jackie and Shadow, are facing both triumph and tragedy as one of their three recently hatched eaglets has sadly passed away, according to the Friends of Big Bear Valley conservation group who monitors the beloved birds via hidden cameras. The eaglets had just emerged from their eggs this month when a severe storm dumped two feet of snow on their mountainous California home, creating challenging conditions for the newborns.
… While the cause of death remains unknown for the lost chick, the remaining two eaglets appear to be thriving with Jackie and Shadow providing frequent feedings throughout the day, including fish and coot. Despite this heartbreaking loss, nature enthusiasts can still witness touching moments through the Big Bear Valley Eagle Cam.
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