dailyloe.com – Two new bald eaglets hatched this weekend in a nest high in California’s San Bernardino National Forest. The famous eagle pair, Jackie and Shadow, welcomed their first chick late Saturday night. The second eaglet followed early Sunday morning, according to live stream operators.
The nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley announced the successful hatches on Facebook. The first chick fully emerged at 9:33 p.m. PT on Saturday after a 36-hour process. The second was completely out of its shell by approximately 8:30 a.m. on Sunday.
Viewers watched live as the first chick received its initial feeding shortly after. Early feedings are critical but challenging for newborn eaglets. Their weak neck muscles have earned them the nickname “bobbleheads” from observers.
Parents provide small bites of fish or other prey at this stage. Their saliva contains essential electrolytes and antibodies. This mixture gives the young eagles a vital healthy start in life.
Video footage showed the fluffy hatchlings moving around the large nest. Shadow later returned and settled beside the two new chicks. The pair began their shared parenting duties immediately.
“Both chicks are doing well, looking great and their journey has just begun,” wrote the nonprofit. They congratulated Jackie and Shadow on their “2 beautiful fluff balls.” The organization thanked the online community for following this eagle family.
Jackie laid the eggs in January in the same nest that has drawn a massive online following. In both 2024 and 2025, the eagle laid three eggs each season. Last year, all three hatched but one chick later died after a winter storm.
The 24/7 camera livestream operated by Friends of Big Bear Valley allows continuous public viewing. This transparency has created a dedicated global audience. The eagles’ parenting journey is now a shared online experience for thousands.[]
Source: Yahoo
