Big Bear bald eagle Jackie remains under specialized care at the Ojai Raptor Center as she recovers from anemia and related health complications. While her status is stable, the veterinary team notes that her packed cell volume has reached 17 percent. This represents progress, though experts aim for levels above 30 percent for a full recovery.
Treatment at the facility involves frequent monitoring of her blood and white cell counts. The medical team is investigating potential causes, including heavy metal toxicosis, though specialized testing results will take several weeks. Radiographs are ongoing, and the staff plans to perform a CT scan once her blood metrics improve. Recovering from these conditions will likely take weeks or months.
Due to state and federal regulations, the center refers to the bird as patient 26-519 to ensure compliance with rehabilitation standards. Despite the professional designation, she continues to show signs of progress. Staff members report that she is eating on her own and exhibiting more alertness during feeding sessions compared to when she first arrived following a territorial dispute near Big Bear Lake.
Meanwhile, the situation at the nest remains quiet. The two eaglets, Sandy and Luna, have fledged and are no longer appearing on the Friends of Big Bear Valley live nest cameras. Shadow, her partner, has been spotted in the area, but he has no immediate reason to visit the nest while the young eagles are gone. Experts monitor his behavior, noting his protective history, while the community awaits further updates on Jackie.