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Is the eagle rescued in Big Bear actually Jackie?

Eagle fans are speculating whether a recently rescued bird is Jackie, the beloved mate of Shadow whose nest sits near Big Bear Lake.

By Big Bear News1 min read

Eagle watchers in Big Bear Valley are buzzing with speculation after a bald eagle was recently rescued in the area, with many fans wondering aloud whether the bird could be Jackie — the well-known mate of Shadow, whose family nest perches atop a tree near Big Bear Lake.

The question spread quickly over the weekend among supporters of the famous nesting pair, which has drawn a devoted following of viewers through a popular livestream of their nest. No official confirmation of the eagle's identity had been made at the time of the initial report.

The organization behind the nest's livestream camera had not issued a confirmed statement at the time of the original article's publication; subsequent updates may have shed further light on the rescued eagle's identity.

Anyone following the story should keep an eye on official channels for the latest updates on the rescued eagle's condition and whether it has been confirmed as Jackie.

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  1. 1.
    Victorville Daily Press
    Eagle supporters over the weekend were wondering if a recently rescued eagle in Big Bear was Jackie, the mate of Shadow, whose family nest sits atop a tree near Big Bear Lake.

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