Jackie and Shadow: A Bald Eagle Love Story - Egg-citing News from California!
Exciting news from California as the famous Bald Eagle couple, Jackie and Shadow, have welcomed their first egg of the year. The egg was laid in their San Bernardino Mountains nest, captured on the Friends of Big Bear Valley livecam. Jackie and Shadow are taking turns to protect the egg, with Jackie displaying defensive behaviors to keep intruders away.
The couple may lay more eggs in the coming days, as Bald Eagles typically lay multiple eggs for better survival chances. It will be about 35 days before the egg hatches, but there is a 50% chance of success. Jackie and Shadow have faced challenges in the past, with severe weather and predators impacting their previous hatchlings.
Despite the hardships, Jackie and Shadow have had successful moments, with their offspring Sunny and Gizmo leaving the nest last year. The couple is now preparing their nest for the new arrival, with Shadow bringing food and both parents working together to make the nest cozy. Stay tuned for more updates on this egg-citing journey!