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Jackie the bald eagle dies after weeks of intensive care
BBC • • nation
Key Points:
- Jackie, a bald eagle from California who gained fame through an online livestream, died after weeks of veterinary care due to deteriorating health conditions including anaemia and weight loss.
- She was being treated at the Ojai Raptor Center after being attacked by other eagles and suffering from underlying health issues.
- Jackie was a popular figure on the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam, which has hundreds of thousands of followers and is managed by the nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley.
- The Ojai Raptor Center expressed deep sorrow over her death and acknowledged the widespread support from people around the world who followed her journey.
- Authorities including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife are involved, with a more detailed statement on her treatment and condition forthcoming.
