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Jackie, Big Bear's famous bald eagle matriarch, has died after weeks of intensive care
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Taylor O'Bier , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· August 10, 2026
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Key takeaway The Ojai Raptor Center provided treatment, but Jackie's condition continued to deteriorate.
A famous bald eagle has died after receiving intensive care. The eagle, known as Jackie, was the matriarch of a bald eagle pair in Southern California. She had been in care for weeks following a fight with rival eagles.
The Ojai Raptor Center provided treatment, but Jackie's condition continued to deteriorate. Despite efforts from the center's veterinary team and specialists, she remained critically ill. Further details about Jackie's life and care are available from the Ojai Raptor Center and Friends of Big Bear Valley, a nonprofit that runs a live camera pointed at her nest.
Thousands of people had been following Jackie and her partner, Shadow, through this camera.
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Published: August 10, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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