Jackie, the beloved Big Bear bald eagle whose nest captivated millions online, has died.
The eagle passed away early Monday morning after a lengthy battle with anemia.
Jackie received intensive treatment the veterinary team at the Ojai Raptor Center after she was found in rough shape in the wilderness.
Jackie receives a life-saving blood transfusion at the Ojai Raptor Center. (Instagram/@lacountyparks) Instagram/@lacountyparks
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The nest and habitat of Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow is pictured in happier times. friendsofbigbearvalley.org
Bald eagle Jackie was referred to as patient 26-519 at the Ojai raptor Center. Ojai Raptor Center
Big Bear’s bald eagle Jackie was critically ill, experts say. Ojai Raptor Center
Her condition continued to deteriorate over several days despite intensive treatment and consultations with specialists.
She remained critically ill in the intensive care unit, where she received oxygen, supportive care and around-the-clock monitoring.
“Throughout her time at Ojai Raptor Center, every decision was guided by the available medical evidence, her welfare, and our responsibility to do what was in her best interest,” read a post on Instagram from the center.
A video floating around captured by a local wildlife observer showed Jackie getting attacked by two other juvenile eagles shortly before her initial hospitalization. It’s unclear if she was already ill before the attack.
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The eagle passed away early Monday morning after a lengthy battle with anemia. Ojai Raptor Center
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