BIG BEAR, Calif. (VVNG.com) – In a heartbreaking update for eagle enthusiasts and followers of the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam, it has been reported that one of Jackie and Shadow’s chicks did not survive the severe winter storm that struck the area, dumping over two feet of snow.
The chick’s passing occurred sometime after all three were observed together during a feeding session at 6 p.m. on March 13. The specific cause of death is unknown, and it remains unclear which of the two remaining chicks passed, as they were very similar in size.
However, the passing was confirmed after the snow berm surrounding the nest began to melt, leaving the chick partially visible in the nest bowl on the right side.
In a message shared by the Friends of Big Bear Valley and Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam Facebook page, they expressed deep sympathy for those invested in the wellbeing of these majestic eagles.
“We understand completely how hard this is to hear. Please allow yourself to grieve and feel whatever you feel. Please honor the chick for its courage in getting as far as it did and doing whatever it came to do,” the post read.
This loss comes as a devastating blow to the eagle cam community, who have closely followed Jackie and Shadow’s journey and the lives of their chicks.
As one of the few successful eagle nests to be live-streamed for public observation, the Big Bear eagle family has garnered widespread attention and love.
The surviving chicks remain a symbol of resilience in the face of adversity, and this tragic event serves as a reminder of the harsh challenges wildlife faces in the wild.
Fans of the eagle family are urged to continue offering their support, as the remaining birds grow and face their own challenges in the days ahead.
Stay tuned for further updates from the Friends of Big Bear Valley and Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam.
