After her setback, Big Bear eagle Jackie’s health has improved: she’s ‘much more feisty’

Jackie, the celebrated bald eagle from Big Bear, shows signs of recovery after a challenging weekend. After facing a health setback that required a life-saving blood transfusion earlier this month, the bird is responding well to treatment at the Ojai Raptor Center. Caretakers report that she is eating on her own and has returned to a feisty temperament during feeding times.

Medical teams note that her packed cell volume has doubled since the weekend. While this value remains below normal ranges, veterinarians view the increase as a positive indicator of her current progress. The staff at the rehabilitation facility remains cautious as they work to identify the root cause of her severe anemia and kidney inflammation.

Public interest in Jackie remains high, particularly following recent news regarding land conservation near her nesting site. OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman and his wife, Anna, contributed five point five million dollars to finalize the purchase of sixty-three acres of land. This acquisition secures critical hunting grounds for the eagle pair and their offspring, meeting the total fundraising goal set by the San Bernardino Mountains Land Trust.

While her path to full health is not guaranteed, the recent reports of increased energy provide a hopeful update for the many observers who follow her journey through the nest livestream. The Ojai Raptor Center continues to provide specialized care, and they intend to continue their diagnostic efforts to stabilize her condition.