The Dramatic Rescue and Recovery of Big Bear Bald Eagle Jackie [mqv5ceAfWLR]
Jackie, the internet-famous bald eagle mom from Big Bear Lake, is currently **recovering at the Ojai Raptor Center** after a harrowing encounter. On July 17, she was found on the ground following a **fight with two subadult eagles** who were likely targeting her fish or territory. While Jackie successfully defended herself by turning onto her back and using her talons, she was found in a **weak and underweight** condition, unable to fly away. Rescued by the **San Dimas Raptor Rescue team**, Jackie is now **stable** and undergoing a full medical assessment. Experts at the rehabilitation facility noted that while she has no major fractures or wounds, her **feathers are disheveled** and she is significantly exhausted from the ordeal. While Jackie recovers, her mate **Shadow** remains at the nest, diligently caring for and protecting their two recently fledged chicks, **Sandy and Luna**. It is expected that Jackie's recovery and eventual release back to her habitat in Big Bear may take **several weeks**. ### **Hashtags** #JackieAndShadow #BigBearEagles #BaldEagle #WildlifeRescue #FriendsOfBigBearValley #NatureLovers #SandyAndLuna #EagleRecovery ### **Tags** Jackie the eagle, Shadow the eagle, Big Bear bald eagles, Friends of Big Bear Valley, Ojai Raptor Center, San Dimas Raptor Rescue, bald eagle fight, wildlife rehabilitation, Sandy and Luna, Big Bear Lake, bald eagle nest cam, animal conservation.