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Big Bear bald eagle Shadow seen with new partner after Jackie's death
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- Shadow, the bald eagle, has been seen with a new companion named KD1 just three days after the death of his longtime partner Jackie, signaling a quick return to companionship.
- KD1, likely female based on size comparison with Shadow, hatched in March 2022 and has been visiting the Big Bear nest since August 10, shortly after Jackie’s death was announced.
- Jackie died early Monday after a prolonged battle with anemia despite intensive treatment at the Ojai Raptor Center, which expressed heartbreak and gratitude for global support during her illness.
- Jackie and Shadow were popular among eagle watchers due to their Big Bear nest livestream, having raised several eaglets together over approximately 14 years.
- Jackie’s final months were challenging, including a possible attack by juvenile eagles before her hospitalization, though it is unclear if she was already ill at that time.
