Bald Eagle Jackie Lays First Egg of 2024 in Big Bear, California

Thousands of viewers watch the event on a live feed, as partner Shadow appears bewildered; second egg may be expected in the coming days.

Jackie, a bald eagle in Big Bear, California, laid her first egg of the season on January 25, 2024, captured on a live camera feed.
Jackie's partner, Shadow, was seen on camera shortly after the egg was laid, appearing somewhat bewildered.
Last year, Jackie and Shadow's eggs did not hatch, the reasons for which remain unclear.
Jackie and Shadow have a following of thousands of viewers who watch their nesting activities on a live feed provided by the nonprofit group Friends of Big Bear Valley.
There is speculation that Jackie might lay a second egg in the coming days, as eagles typically lay two to three eggs in a clutch.