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Beloved eagle Jackie's condition deteriorates. See how she's doing
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· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Her blood values have declined, with a packed cell volume below 10%, which is significantly lower than the ideal value.
The health of Jackie, a well-known bald eagle from Big Bear, is declining despite continuous care from veterinarians. She has been receiving treatment at the Ojai Raptor Center since last month. The center reports that Jackie's condition worsened after a difficult night, and she is currently in critical condition in the intensive care unit, receiving oxygen therapy.
Her blood values have declined, with a packed cell volume below 10%, which is significantly lower than the ideal value. Further details on Jackie's condition and recovery efforts are available from the Ojai Raptor Center and local news sources.
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Category: local Published: August 7, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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