Hopeful Beginnings: Jackie and Shadow's Third Egg Marks a New Chapter
Big Bear's famous bald eagle couple, Jackie and Shadow, have recently laid their third egg of the season, marking a hopeful new beginning after a tragic incident in their nest last month. This latest egg is part of Jackie's second clutch, following the loss of two eggs in January. The live nest camera captured the moment when Jackie laid the egg, carefully tending to it before settling back on top of it.
The nest was previously invaded by ravens while Jackie and Shadow were away, resulting in the destruction of the two eggs Jackie had laid earlier. Shadow had left the nest, leaving it unattended for a few hours, during which the ravens breached the eggs. Despite the loss, Jackie and Shadow continued to incubate one of the damaged eggs, showing their dedication to their nest and territory.
Fans of the bald eagle pair have been eagerly awaiting the possibility of a second clutch of eggs, as nesting season extends through April. With the recent laying of the third egg, there is hope for new eaglets to be raised by Jackie and Shadow, who have successfully raised offspring in the past, including Sunny and Gizmo. The community continues to support and monitor the progress of the beloved bald eagle couple as they navigate the challenges of nesting and raising their young.