Jackie and Shadow: A Bald Eagle Love Story - Egg-citing News from California's San Bernardino Mountains
Exciting news from California as the famous Bald Eagle couple, Jackie and Shadow, welcomed their first egg of the year. The egg was laid in their San Bernardino Mountains nest, captured live on the Friends of Big Bear Valley's webcam. Jackie and Shadow are taking turns incubating the egg, with Jackie displaying protective behavior to keep intruders away. The couple may lay more eggs in the coming days, increasing the chances of survival for their offspring. It will be about 35 days before the egg hatches, but there is a 50% chance of success due to past tragedies the couple has faced. Despite challenges, Jackie and Shadow have successfully raised eaglets in the past, giving hope for the new arrival. Stay tuned for more updates on this egg-citing journey.