# Bald eagle Jackie dies; death sparks grief and controversy > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jackie-the-bald-eagle-rescue > Updated: 2026-09-04T15:42:29.000Z. Sources: 68. Developments: 14. Jackie, the well‑known bald eagle from the Big Bear Valley pair, was rescued after a ground‑level encounter with two younger eagles in July. Following a life‑saving blood transfusion from Spirit at the CALM Zoo, veterinarians at the Ojai Raptor Center reported that her packed‑cell volume (PCV) rose from about 8% to 16% over the first week of treatment, and she began eating and moving more actively. By early August, Jackie's condition fluctuated significantly. While her PCV briefly rose to 17%, she later experienced a decline to 13%. Most recently, her condition has been described as critical and unstable, with PCV levels dropping as low as 6% before a slight rise to 9%. Throughout these fluctuations, she has remained severely anemic, with elevated white‑cell counts indicating ongoing inflammation, stress, or potential infection. The Ojai team has implemented intensified diagnostics, including heavy‑metal screening, expanded toxicology, radiographs, a contrast CT scan, and a bone‑marrow biopsy. Jackie has also been placed on supplemental‑oxygen support. Specialists from across the United States are consulting on the case, but the underlying cause of her anemia remains unknown. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife are monitoring the situation. Despite intensive care and the efforts of a collaborative team of nine veterinarians, Jackie died early Monday morning, August 10, at the age of 14, following a three-week battle with severe anemia. Veterinarians determined she was also suffering from kidney inflammation, thrombosis in her wing, and abnormalities in her liver and lungs, though tests ruled out lead poisoning. Following a necropsy by the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, Jackie’s remains will be sent to the National Eagle Repository for ceremonial use by federally recognized tribes and conservation education. ## Claims - Jackie, a bald eagle, died early Monday morning. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The eagle died after more than three weeks in intensive care. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The cause of death was a battle with anemia. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Jackie received a blood transfusion from another bald eagle named Spirit. (single source) - Jackie's remains were transferred to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. (single source) - A collaborative team of nine veterinarians and wildlife service representatives managed her care. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-04: California Senate honors bald eagle Jackie with Wildlife Day resolution The California State Senate passed a resolution proclaiming September 4, 2026, as California Wildlife Day to honor Jackie, a famous bald eagle from Big Bear Lake. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/california-senate-honors-bald-eagle-jackie-with-wildlife-day-resolution ### 2026-08-19: Bald eagle Jackie's remains spark debate over tribal transfer The death of Jackie, a famous bald eagle from a popular livestream, has divided fans over whether her remains should go to Native American tribes or be preserved for memorial and educational purposes. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-jackies-remains-spark-debate-over-tribal-transfer ### 2026-08-17: Bald eagle Jackie's death sparks backlash and scam warnings The death of Jackie, a famous bald eagle from Big Bear Valley, has led to online harassment of wildlife caregivers and warnings regarding fraudulent merchandise scams. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-jackies-death-sparks-grief-and-online-harassment ### 2026-08-15: Bald eagle Jackie dies after intensive medical care in California Jackie, the beloved bald eagle from California's Big Bear Valley livestreams, has died after undergoing three weeks of intensive medical treatment for severe illness and anemia. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-jackie-dies-after-intensive-medical-care-in-california ### 2026-08-13: Bald eagle Jackie dies; new eagle spotted in Big Bear nest Following the death of the famous bald eagle Jackie, her remains will be sent to a national repository for tribal use, while a new eagle, KD1, has been spotted near her former nest in Big Bear Valley. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-jackie-dies-new-eagle-spotted-in-big-bear-nest ### 2026-08-10: Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after intensive medical care Jackie, the famous bald eagle from the Big Bear Valley livestream, has died at age 14 after battling severe anemia and kidney inflammation at the Ojai Raptor Center. 37 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/big-bear-bald-eagle-jackie-dies-after-intensive-care ### 2026-08-08: Bald eagle Jackie in critical condition at Ojai Raptor Center Internet-famous bald eagle Jackie is in critical, unstable condition at the Ojai Raptor Center due to anemia of unknown origin following an injury in July. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-jackie-in-critical-condition-at-ojai-raptor-center ### 2026-08-06: Jackie the Bald Eagle's Health Deteriorates at Ojai Raptor Center Jackie's anemia worsened, prompting CT scan and bone‑marrow biopsy at Ojai Raptor Center; eaglets Sandy and Luna have left Big Bear Valley and adult male Shadow is on summer break. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jackie-the-bald-eagles-health-deteriorates-at-ojai-raptor-center ### 2026-08-03: Bald Eagle Jackie’s Anemia Worsens in Big Bear, California Bald eagle Jackie in Big Bear, California, has worsening anemia with PCV at 13%; Ojai Raptor Center is conducting advanced testing and treatment. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-jackies-anemia-worsens-in-big-bear-california ### 2026-08-01: Bald Eagle Jackie Remains Stable While Recovering from Anemia at Ojai Raptor Center Bald eagle Jackie, rescued near Big Bear Lake, is stable but still anemic at Ojai Raptor Center, with PCV at 17% and ongoing extensive testing; recovery may take weeks‑months. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-jackie-remains-stable-while-recovering-from-anemia-at-ojai-raptor-center ### 2026-07-28: Bald Eagle Jackie Shows Signs of Recovery at Ojai Raptor Center Jackie, the Big Bear Lake bald eagle, recovered from severe anemia after a fight, showing improved blood work and self‑feeding at Ojai Raptor Center. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-jackie-shows-signs-of-recovery-at-ojai-raptor-center ### 2026-07-26: Bald Eagles Jackie and Shadow Secure $10 Million Habitat Purchase in Big Bear Valley $10 million was raised to buy Moon Camp land in Big Bear Valley, protecting the habitat of bald eagles Jackie and Shadow; Jackie remains in critical care after an attack but is expected to recover. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagles-jackie-and-shadow-secure-10-million-habitat-purchase-in-big-bear-valley ### 2026-07-23: Bald Eagle Jackie Remains in Critical Condition After Rescue Near Big Bear Lake Internet‑famous bald eagle Jackie, rescued near Big Bear Lake, is in critical condition with severe anemia and kidney inflammation but has received a blood transfusion and shows slight improvement. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-jackie-recovers-at-ojai-center-while-chicks-thrive-in-big-bear-valley ### 2026-07-20: Bald Eagle Jackie Rescued Near Big Bear Lake Receives Life‑Saving Blood Transfusion Bald eagle Jackie, famous from Big Bear Lake’s nest cam, was rescued after a fight, diagnosed with severe anemia, received a life‑saving blood transfusion, and remains in critical but improving condition. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bald-eagle-rescued-near-big-bear-lake-likely-identified-as-jackie --- Cite as: Bald eagle Jackie dies; death sparks grief and controversy. 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