The season’s second egg clutch for Jackie and Shadow, the world-famous Big Bear bald eagles, just got, well, clutchier.
After laying the first egg of her second clutch on Feb. 24, Jackie moved into egg-laying mode and grandly produced Egg #2 at around 5:55 p.m. Friday.
It’s a welcome second chapter to a year that started with highs and then devastating lows: Ravens destroyed both of the newly arrived eggs in the eagles’ first clutch of 2026, eggs that had been in the nest for only a matter of days, on Jan. 30.
At the time, Friends of Big Bear Valley, the organization that operates the nest camera that watches the eagles and any eggs in the nest, suggested there might be time for Jackie to “reset” this season and prepare for a second clutch.
That hope clearly proved prophetic, though nature knowledge, science, and history were at play, not prophesy: “She has done it before,” shared the FOBBV representative Jan. 30.
Sandy Steers, the acclaimed eagle booster and wildlife champion synonymous with Big Bear nature stewardship, passed away in early February, making the arrival of a second clutch especially poignant, and deeply meaningful, for the fans, activists, and wilderness supporters who feel her profound absence.
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Allison Craig is a passionate sports writer and analyst with a deep love for game strategies, player performances, and the latest trends in the sports world. With years of experience covering football, basketball, tennis, and more, she delivers insightful analysis and engaging content for sports enthusiasts.
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