Big Bear bald eagles kick off mating season, renewing hopes for chick

The beloved bald eagle couple Jackie and Shadow in Big Bear Valley have faced heartbreak in the past two mating seasons, with their eggs being eaten by ravens in 2023 and failing to hatch earlier this year. Despite challenges, the pair were spotted mating recently, raising hopes for a successful breeding season. The couple’s struggles highlight the difficulties faced by bald eagles, an endangered species in California, as they strive to produce offspring in their high-altitude nest.

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