Bald eagle Jackie, the superstar of the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam, has been declared in *critical* condition by veterinarians after a diagnosis of severe anemia.
The Friends of Big Bear Valley, a nonprofit that runs the livestream, reported that Jackie’s packed cell volume—an indicator of blood health—has collapsed to 13% from 17% last week. While the drop point is alarming, staff noted a brief sign of improvement earlier in the week, giving hope that she may recover.
Jackie is currently under intensive care at the Ojai Raptor Center, where a multi‑disciplinary team monitors her vitals and administers blood‑boosting treatments. Her twin adult mythically named Shadow remains healthy and is still livestreamed—fans can view the pair live now at the Friends website.
Conservationist statements urge community support: “Every bit of follow‑up, donation, and share keeps the bird’s hope alive.” Activists are calling for donations through the nonprofit’s dedicated fund for veterinary care.
For real‑time updates, follow the official Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam channel and the Friends of Big Bear Valley Twitter feed. Live comments and eyewitness reports remain open—your input helps verify moving‑picture footage and medical updates.
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