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14-Year-Old Eagle Jackie Dies; $5.5M Pledged for Habitat

8/11/2026

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Jackie Dies

Ojai Raptor Center announced Jackie, a 14-year-old bald eagle, died early Monday, August 10, 2026.
Rescued from a July 17, 2026 fight near Dana Point Park, she received oxygen at Ojai, with her packed cell volume falling below 6 % on August 8.
Ojai transferred her remains to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and filed a report with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Donors including Greg Brockman pledged $5.5 million for habitat protection.

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Jackie Goes Viral

The Friends of Big Bear Valley group operated a live-stream webcam that turned Jackie the bald eagle into a global internet sensation.
Viewers from Southern California and abroad tuned in daily to watch Jackie’s activities and nesting behavior.
Jackie successfully raised multiple broods, with the most recent chicks named Sandy and Luna.
The Ojai Raptor Center called its staff “heartbroken” and noted the privilege of caring for the famed eagle.

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Jackie Dies

Ojai Raptor Center announced Jackie, a 14-year-old bald eagle, died early Monday, August 10, 2026.
Rescued from a July 17, 2026 fight near Dana Point Park, she received oxygen at Ojai, with her packed cell volume falling below 6 % on August 8.
Ojai transferred her remains to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and filed a report with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Donors including Greg Brockman pledged $5.5 million for habitat protection.

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