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Bald Eagle Eaglets Hatch, Captivating Thousands Online

4/8/2026

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Two eaglets have hatched from eggs laid by Bald Eagle parents Jackie and Shadow in Big Bear, California.
Tens of thousands are watching their growth via a live webcam.
Valerie from Friends of Big Bear Valley noted the eaglets' first fish bites and their early "bonking" behavior, which helps establish a pecking order.
The parents are actively caring for the eaglets, providing food and maintaining a safe environment.

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Story summary

Two eaglets have hatched from eggs laid by Bald Eagle parents Jackie and Shadow in Big Bear, California.
Tens of thousands are watching their growth via a live webcam.
Valerie from Friends of Big Bear Valley noted the eaglets' first fish bites and their early "bonking" behavior, which helps establish a pecking order.
The parents are actively caring for the eaglets, providing food and maintaining a safe environment.