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Big Bear Eaglets Sunny and Gizmo Poised for First Flights

The 10-week-old bald eagle siblings are nearing fledging, showcasing critical flight preparations as fans worldwide watch via livestream.

Sunny, the larger of the two eaglets in the Big Bear nest, flaps their wings in preparation for flying one day soon while Gizmo watches in the Big Bear nest on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. The eaglets are expected to fledge, or fly away from the nest, any day, according to the Friends of Big Bear Valley. (Screenshot courtesy of Friends of Big Bear Valley)
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Overview

  • Sunny and Gizmo, bald eagle siblings hatched in March 2025, are now 10 weeks old and entering 'Fledge Watch' in Big Bear Valley, California.
  • The eaglets have been observed hopping, wing-flapping, and briefly hovering as they strengthen their flight muscles in preparation for fledging.
  • Friends of Big Bear Valley continues to monitor the nest with a 24-hour livestream, engaging a global audience and hosting the FledgeFest 2025 contest to predict their first flights.
  • The eaglets’ parents, Jackie and Shadow, are actively supporting their development by reinforcing the nest and guiding their readiness for independence.
  • This marks a significant moment for the Big Bear nest, as no eaglet has successfully fledged from it since Spirit in May 2022.