Big Bear bald eagle Jackie is in critical condition, wildlife rehab says

Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Karla Rendon, NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) · July 21, 2026 · 3 min read

Jackie, one half of Big Bear’s most famous bald eagle couple, is suffering from anemia and inflammation affecting her kidneys, the wildlife rehabilitation center that’s looking out for her said. The Ojai Raptor Center provided an update on the beloved bird on Tuesday, sharing that Jackie continue...

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Category: local · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) · Reading time: 3 min

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Big Bear bald eagle Jackie is in critical condition, wildlife rehab says

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