Second Eaglet Hatches On Easter Sunday As Jackie And Shadow Welcome Two Chicks

The milestone came as the first eaglet was already beginning to feed.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 5:25am

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A second eaglet has hatched in the Big Bear Lake eagle nest, joining its sibling as the proud parents Jackie and Shadow welcome two chicks. The second chick hatched on Easter Sunday morning, April 5, 2026, with the first eaglet already starting to feed at that time.

Why it matters

The hatching of the two eaglets is an exciting milestone for the local Big Bear Lake community, who have been closely following the eagle family's journey through the live nest cam. The arrival of the second chick is a symbol of new life and renewal, fitting for the Easter holiday.

The details

According to the Friends of Big Bear Valley and the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam, the second chick officially hatched at 8:30:45 am on Easter Sunday. The first eaglet, known as Chick 1, was already beginning to feed at that time, though initial feedings can be challenging as the chicks build up their muscle strength. The parents, Jackie and Shadow, are providing small portions of fish and other prey, as well as nourishing saliva full of electrolytes and antibodies, to help the chicks get a healthy start.

  • The second eaglet hatched on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026.
  • The first eaglet, Chick 1, was already beginning to feed when the second chick hatched.

The players

Jackie

One of the eagle parents, along with Shadow, who welcomed two eaglets to their nest.

Shadow

One of the eagle parents, along with Jackie, who welcomed two eaglets to their nest.

Friends of Big Bear Valley

The organization that monitors the Big Bear eagle nest and provides updates to the community.

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What they’re saying

“And Chick Makes Two...”

— Friends of Big Bear Valley

“This morning April 5th chick 2 made is final scoot out of the eggshell and was considered fully hatched at 8:30:45 cam time.”

— Friends of Big Bear Valley

“Chick 1 was getting its first successful feeding at that time. Initial feedings are often challenging as the chicks do not have much muscle strength in their necks. At this stage they are often called bobbleheads!”

— Friends of Big Bear Valley

“You can also see Jackie salivating quite a bit. The parents' saliva is full of electrolytes and antibodies which gives the little ones a good healthy start!”

— Friends of Big Bear Valley

“Shadow arrived shortly after the second hatch and was able to see both eaglets for the first time. He seemed quite proud and didn't waste any time snuggling in for daddy duty.”

— Friends of Big Bear Valley

What’s next

The eagle family's journey will continue to be closely watched by the local community through the live nest cam, as the two eaglets grow and develop under the care of their parents, Jackie and Shadow.

The takeaway

The hatching of the two eaglets on Easter Sunday is a heartwarming symbol of new life and renewal, highlighting the resilience and beauty of nature in the Big Bear Lake community.