Big Bear bald eagle Jackie cause of death revealed. Find Ohio nests
A famous bald eagle named Jackie from Big Bear Lake, California, has died due to complications from avian influenza. Meanwhile, Ohio reports a significant recovery in its local bald eagle population, marking a major conservation success.
Why it matters
The story highlights both the ongoing threat of avian influenza to wildlife and the positive impact of long-term conservation efforts.
A beloved California bald eagle named Jackie died from complications of avian influenza. Ohio's bald eagle population has soared from four nesting pairs in 1979 to more than 1,000 active nests in 2026. Winter is a prime time to view eagles in Ohio, especially near large bodies of water like Lake Erie. The cause of death for a beloved bald eagle has been revealed.
The Big Bear Lake, California, bald eagle Jackie, who was watched by millions on a livestream with her partner Shadow, died in August from complications of avian influenza, USA TODAY reports. Veterinarians had struggled to treat Jackie's mysterious illness throughout the summer.
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