Generated

Jackie the bald eagle faces medical setback as anemia worsens during recovery at Ojai Raptor Center

Jackie the bald eagle has experienced a medical setback in her recovery, with her packed cell volume (PCV) dropping to 13 percent. The Ojai Raptor Center reported that this indicates her anemia has worsened since the last health update. After being rescued from a fight with other eagles on July 17, Jackie has been under veterinary care for approximately two weeks. Veterinary teams are currently conducting advanced diagnostic testing to determine the exact cause of the illness. While the center has ruled out several conditions such as zinc and lead poisoning, renal disease, and aspergillosis fungal infection, they areve requested expedited laboratory testing to guide future treatment. Jackie is a well-known figure in the Big Bear Valley, where she shares a nest with her partner, Shadow. The pair has successfully raised several chicks over the years, and their nest is livestreamed 24 hours a day by the nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley. The center continues to monitor Jackie's condition closely and will provide updates as new information becomes available.

Sources