Jackie's Fight: The Bald Eagle Star of Big Bear Goes Critical

Sun Sep 06 2026 09:01:04 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Bald eagle Jackie, the live‑cam icon, is in critical condition after an anemia scare – what does this mean for her and the fans?

Bald eagle Jackie, the star of the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam, was diagnosed with severe anemia and is now in critical condition with a packed cell volume of just 13%. She is receiving care at the Ojai Raptor Center, where she showed signs of recovery last week but her health has since worsened. Jackie and her partner Shadow have captivated millions on the live cam, and her plight has sparked renewed focus on raptor conservation and community support. The Friends of Big Bear Valley and the broader wildlife‑conservation community are closely monitoring her progress and rallying for support.

Jackie’s Fight: The Bald Eagle Star of Big Bear Goes Critical

Bald eagle Jackie – the feather‑filled face of the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam – is now in critical condition after a serious anemia diagnosis.

Her packed cell volume dropped to 13% from a small 17% last week, despite showing signs of improvement. The Ojai Raptor Center is giving her top‑tier veterinary care while teams monitor every heartbeat and feathered movement.

For years, millions have followed Jackie, Shadow, and their wild‑kingbird cousins live from webcams. The fans are watching, voicing concerns, and calling for action, turning the digital stream into a real‑world conservation platform.

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