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Big Bear eagle Jackie dies after prolonged illness, officials say

Aug 11

Big Bear bald eagle Jackie remains critically ill and 'unstable'

Aug 10

New details shed light on Jackie's illness, where her remains will go

Wildlife officials revealed new details about Jackie's illness, including that she had blood clots. We're also learning where her remains will be sent.

Aug 12

Big Bear eagle Jackie suffers setback amid medical treatment

Aug 3

Big Bear eagle Jackie still anemic, continues to improve

Aug 1

Jackie moved from ICU to regular unit in encouraging recovery update

Jul 30

100 quail released at Hempstead Harbor Nature Trail to fight ticks

Jul 24

Long Island man hopeful to reunite baby eagle with its family

Jul 2

Jackie and Shadow's eaglet Sandy falls out of nest in Big Bear

Jun 29

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Latest Stories

8 sick bald eagles rescued in Warren County

New Jersey Fish and Wildlife officers are treating several bald eagles after they were all found in the same area in Warren County, sick, weak and on the ground.

May 6

Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow welcome pair of eaglets

We have two eaglets! Two eggs belonging to Big Bear eagles Jackie and Shadow have finally hatched.

Apr 5

New Yorkers flock to Bryant Park to catch glimpse of rare, dancing bird

Together, spectators in Bryant Park are admiring their new neighbor, a rare bird known for its special dance.

Apr 3

Dozens of dead geese along shoreline prompt warning about bird flu outbreak on Long Island

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has received more than 700 reports of diseased birds in Suffolk since January.

Mar 24

Petition to save 'Dinosaur' pigeon statue at High Line elevated park in Manhattan

The petition urges city officials to keep the sculpture called "Dinosaur" permanently perched.

Mar 24