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Eaglet Luna takes his 1st flight; sister Sandy spotted 1 day after fall from Big Bear nest
By KABC at ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Good news from the Big Bear bald eagle nest! Eaglet Luna took his first flight on Monday, and his sister, Sandy, was spotted nearby after a scare over the weekend.
Key takeaway Eaglet Luna took his first flight on Monday, and his sister, Sandy, was spotted nearby after a scare over the weekend.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The successful first flight of eaglet Luna and the safe reappearance of his sister Sandy bring relief to the community of eagle enthusiasts in the Los Angeles area. Big Bear's bald eagle nest has become a beloved local fixture, with many residents following the lives of these iconic birds. The eaglets' progress is a testament to the region's conservation efforts and the resilience of wildlife in Southern California. As the eagle population continues to thrive in the area, residents can expect to see more of these majestic birds soaring through the skies. The fact that Sandy was spotted just a day after her fall from the nest also highlights the importance of continued monitoring and protection of these amazing creatures and their habitats. With Luna's first flight, the community can look forward to watching the eaglets grow and explore their surroundings in the coming weeks.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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