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Big Bear eagle Jackie remains critically ill and 'unstable' as PCV continues to fall, vet team says
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· August 9, 2026
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Key takeaway Her packed cell volume, or PCV, had dropped below 6% at one point, although it has shown some improvement since then.
In Los Angeles , an update is available on the condition of Big Bear eagle Jackie. According to veterinary teams, Jackie remains critically ill and unstable. Her packed cell volume, or PCV, had dropped below 6% at one point, although it has shown some improvement since then.
Despite this, the level is still considered critically low. The veterinary team describes Jackie's condition as extremely serious, indicating a dire situation for the eagle. For the most current information on Jackie's status, readers can refer to the source for further details.
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Category: local Published: August 9, 2026 Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) Reading time: 1 min
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