Overview
- The eggs laid on Jan. 23 and Jan. 26 were rendered nonviable after ravens entered the unattended Big Bear nest on Jan. 30, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley.
- FOBBV’s 24-hour livestream documented the sequence and earlier observations that one egg appeared cracked before the ravens arrived.
- Minutes after the breach, Jackie returned and sat on a damaged egg, which FOBBV attributed to hormonal incubation behavior.
- Recent footage showed vocal exchanges and mating calls, and FOBBV says a replacement clutch is possible this season if the pair reset their bonding and mating routine.
- FOBBV characterized the ravens’ behavior as opportunistic feeding, and the group says heartbroken viewers continue to monitor the nest for signs of renewed nest work.