Why Jackie the Eagle's Final Journey Leads to the National Eagle Repository

What should happen to remains of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie?

U.S. law sends eagle bodies to facility that gives feathers, wings to Native American tribes. Some don't like that idea.

Why Jackie the eagle's final journey leads to the National Eagle Repository

Following the death of Big Bear's cherished bald eagle Jackie, federal law mandates her transfer to the National Eagle Repository to serve Native American sacred ceremonies. Here's why.

Americans are mourning beloved state park bald eagle who died this week

Millions of people have been following the life of Jackie the bald eagle in Big Bear Valley for years, as she raised eaglets and wildlife awareness. Now they are mourning her death on Aug. 9, 2026.

Jackie’s Remains to Be Sent to National Eagle Repository After Necropsy

Big Bear News – Big Bear Lake, CA – On August 11, 2026, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed that Jackie, Big Bear’s beloved bald eagle who captured worldwide attention through the Big Bear Eagle Cam, died overnight on August 9 while under intensive care at the Ojai Raptor Center. While Jackie’s medical battle has been widely followed over the past three weeks, new information released by the California Department of Fish and…