Famed bald eagle couple’s baby dies in snowstorm
- One of the three eaglets hatched by Jackie and Shadow has died, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley, a conservation group.
- The eaglet's death occurred during a severe snowstorm that brought two feet of snow to Big Bear Valley, California.
- Before the death, observations showed the eaglets being fed on March 13, with the other two chicks reported to be doing well.
- Only two eaglets were visible the morning after the storm, leading to viewer concern, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley.
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Tragic update: Newly hatched eaglet dies during harsh winter storm in California
People across the nation were thrilled when a pair of famous bald eagles named Jackie and Shadow welcomed three eagles to the world in early March, with the mama and papa tending to their babies in the California mountains. (Screenshot from video courtesy of Friends of Big Bear Valley and Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam)
Official says one of three Big Bear eaglets died in snowstorm
Tens of thousands of people have tuned in over the last few weeks to watch the live cam of bald eagles Jackie and Shadow’s nest in Big Bear, California, as three eaglets hatched. Wildlife officials said one of the eaglets did not survive a big snowstorm in the area.
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