In brief
The widely followed bald eagle Jackie, streamed daily from the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam, has been diagnosed with anemia and is now in critical condition. While earlier treatment saw a moment of improvement, her packed cell volume has fallen from 17% to 13%, raising alarms among veterinarians. Jackie and her mate Shadow are under intensive care at the Ojai Raptor Center in California, with conservationists and millions of viewers keeping a close eye on her recovery.
Beloved bald eagle Jackie, known worldwide for her daily window view from the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam, has been diagnosed with anemia and is now in critical condition.
Jackie, along with her mate Shadow, has captivated millions of viewers across social media and the BBC feed for years, inspiring a global following and a tight-knit community of wildlife enthusiasts.
The young raptor is currently receiving intensive veterinary care at the Ojai Raptor Center in California. The team observed a recent improvement in her anemia, but her packed cell volume has fallen sharply to 13% from 17% earlier, signalling a precarious recovery.
Video produced by Blanca Estrada.
