Big Bear Eagles ~ INTRUDER ALERT!! Fierce Jackie WING SLAPS Intruder OFF Nest! SLOMO! 3.2.20

What an unsettling day for Jackie & Shadow! Jackie is on the nest when she sees something and takes off. She returns to the nest and an unidentified adult eagle follows her and lands on the high perch! She gives off warning vocals and goes to incubate the eggs. She continues to give off warning vocals as the intruder drops down closer to the nest after being on the branch for 17 minutes! As the intruder tries to enter the nest, Jackie gets up and wing slaps the intruder chasing him from the nest. The intruder returns right away and Jackie continues to send out warning vocals. The intruder departs on his own to the right.
About an hour later, Jackie takes off from the nest and Shadow's vocals are heard as he flies into the nest alerting loudly. He takes off and Jackie returns to incubate the non viable eggs. More intruder action after this - stay tuned for another video to continue the saga! Thank you for watching!
Video captured & edited by Lady Hawk
Courtesy of Friends of Big Bear Valley Eagle Nest Cam.

[@CJLTHM]

You go, Jackie. What magnificent creatures they both are. Thank you for those making it possible to view.

[@stancexpunks]

The bird behavior of sitting on eggs to keep them warm is just so damn cute

[@Myxomycete]

i know right?! Especially when they're these massive raptors with giant talons and just ever so gently scoot up to the egg

[@flyfreeqhrt5484]

Wow Jackie wing slapped that eagle and knocked him off the branch. She’s an awesome bird. I’ve always been in awe of her size. Gorgeous.

[@rikkioaks6605]

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[@taffyb4007]

Jackie is really awesom...

[@brianedward6417]

Lame comment 👉👉👉🤡🤦💩

[@Spooky_Spoo]

@Teyae T God and Jesus aren't real. Be realistic...

[@kellytran4995]

I love how she came back and protect her baby’s she is a great mom❤

[@lauragriffin4003]

We watch from our classroom daily the kids are so invested and love it. Thank you!

[@courtneygrier2015]

That's awesome!!

[@wagnerelle]

Dang, where's her mate? She's calling and calling. Got me stressed.

[@maryshumate4629]

Totally understandable. What's not to like -- gorgeous woman and stunning penthouse with views to die for!!

[@pattysalyer382]

My husband and I love watching Shadow and Jackie !!!

[@brizzchizz7302]

Would you wing slap an intruder too Patty?😄

[@Fadedecho1]

You go girl!!! That male just creepin.. lol. No fly zone for you mr. This is my pad. She definitely knows her stuff. Good job. Tysm for sharing ❣

[@Lonesome__Dove]

She knocked him outta there and immediately looked to her eggs. The instincts are amazing.

[@brianedward6417]

Unlike yours!!?👉🤡💩🤦

[@Lonesome__Dove]

@@brianedward6417 wtf are u on? And have the audacity to say someone else isba clown. Did someone hurt your little feelings last night big guy?

[@brianedward6417]

@@Lonesome__Dove 👉👉👉😂🤮

[@r.coffman1431]

Too bad they were not viable. So sad.

[@pozzee2809]

@@r.coffman1431 I was wondering why they would lay eggs at that time of the year? Is that also why they are not viable?

[@lemonfizzy4963]

Don’t mess with Jackie! It’s like a stranger entering your home without invitation and then they start moving things around & raiding your pantry all while you are trying to care for & protect your little ones.

[@duskstone109]

If that happened I would pump the intruder full of lead bullets. No one messes with my family.

[@Bobfermasan]

I love the glance he gives at 07:17, he's like "RUN! RU- Oh hi eggs! RUN!"

[@blakebutler4025]

07:16

[@cicilianna64]

What a brave and protective mama !!!! Its amazing and cute to see her snug her eggs under her body . 😍

[@dainashutte4504]

My heart goes out to Jakki. She is one tough 🦅 mama!! When I clicked on the cam this morning, it was snowing, her beak was covered in snow, and she just looked so miserable 😩 in the nest, and we know, her precious eggs are not viable. When will she stop incubating? She will probably continue for awhile.......not giving up. So sad this year at BB. Our ♥️♥️ ache for Jakki and Shadow 😥

[@SignedOff402]

Daina Shutte how do we know her eggs are not viable?

[@dainashutte4504]

Summer Snow The eggs were supposed to hatch around February 14th (35-39 days incubation time). You can check multiple reports from US Forest Service (who monitor the nest) and many news media outlets. There were several reasons given, but at this point, does not look probable.

[@SignedOff402]

Daina Shutte thank you very much.

[@MelbaL.]

Golden Runway That makes a lot of sense !!

[@carmendawnallan8871]

@Golden Runway Thanks for that,I love Eagles. 😊

[@mooneyedgirlieify]

Methinks this intruder could be Mr. BB! Certainly seems familiar with the nest and Jackie! Acts like Mr. BB too.

[@sisterrose6830]

The camera installation crew is incredible! Amazing! Thank you none of us could view these magnificent eagles without you .

[@Lunzie]

Truly heartbreaking!!!! Please Lord, take of this nest! Those Eagles need all the help they can get!!!!! Breaks my heart!! ❤️🦅❤️

[@stepht.e.4039]

LOL @4:55 poor mama she was like "wait you still didn't learn?" 😂good job Jackie 👍

[@candicecassel1110]

Wow well doneJackie…❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍Jackie in charge

[@texasgal6201]

I just love the sounds of Jackie.

[@goodvibes11119]

I love watching her, she's THE best Mom ever!!!! She is so impressing to witness!

[@CT-nb5lm]

I'll never forget These birds look soo epic! This screams Amercia to me.

[@alicuas5569]

..hope the other eagle find it's own tree shelter too. .. I also hope miracle happens to the eggs, even one to get hatch..😗😗... Love these eagles..😍😍😍😘

[@nikkic7702]

Wow what incredible defender's they are! Great parents. I cannot imagine how scary that must be to have a stranger repeatedly return and wait there for so long. Thank you for a amazing video.

[@brianedward6417]

You're an idiot 💯🦧🤦

[@xDawhite]

@@betsybrower2523 and pigeons unless the partner dies

[@bethmunden7328]

Bless our beautiful Jackie 💞🦅🦅💕🙏

[@greggross8856]

I love the side-eye Jackie gives the intruder, like, "You're about to find out!"

[@bunnybugs280]

Right?! Hahaha!

[@bigjake707]

Shout out to the camera man climbing all the way up there.

[@pamw2339]

What a tough day, and Jackie seriously needs a break. She's done all she can under very trying circumstances, and I hope there's a re-clutch at some point. I watched this today and had trouble keeping up with who was who. Thanks, Lady Hawk!

[@pamw2339]

@Golden Runway All the circumstances have to be perfect, but there's a chance that, when eggs don't hatch, the female may be able to re-lay. It's happened, but I'm not sure how often. Fingers crossed!

[@Anudorini-Talah]

you sound like you watch a reality show on tv...

[@pattiday431]

@@Anudorini-Talah This IS reality.

[@adcoxrobert3786]

@@Anudorini-Talah Welcome to reality.

[@thefallenzodiac237]

Definition of a automated message.

[@tracywoods6997]

She's an awesome Mama ❤️ you are fantastic Jackie!!

[@auracruz6211]

Outstanding..! Thank you for sharing. 🤗❤👍

[@socaleagle8650]

Wow....that intruder was not giving up! First time I have seen an intruder come one on one with Mom in the nest tree like that. She winged slapped that intruder with lots of force. Jackie got him good! lol Mom wanted a piece of that intruder, who by the way, was beautiful! Can't wait for part 2 of your video. Thank you Lady Hawk...I wish Mom and Shadow would give up on the eggs. I was hoping for a re-clutch in April:) Intruder sounded like a male!

[@NickTasy]

Are these the same two eggs from the current livestream? Im so confused. The website says the nest has been in active use since 2013. Does this mean by the same two birds (Jackie and Shadow)? When did they lays their eggs? Are these two different pairs of eggs? How many times do these birds have eggs? So much I need to know...

[@lindabederio4603]

I have never seen one up this close. Thank you for filming this. I never knew they are this big.

[@lindakontol6154]

Prayers for them!🙏❤️❤️🦅🦅 Thank you Lady Hawk!

[@meadowlea4365]

I really appreciate and miss your knowledge, Lady Hawk, and Knarley123 here in California. When I first started watching you both were here. I learned so much from you both. Thank you!

[@smgenett3870]

new to...and thoroughly enjoying current Shadow & Jackie eagle soap-opera and many years-ago videos showing up in yt feed, like this one, prepping for natures reality that's more suspenseful = thank you!!!

[@frances4797]

She was just making sure it was gone 😆👍🦅

[@JoeSmith-gw6hc]

It was sad watching the eggs be destroyed. They kept coming back to the best for a two weeks so I kept hoping there would be a second attempt. I really enjoyed watching the couple this year.

[@kaya8632]

Beautiful BIRD!!!!!

[@sherrivansyckel7527]

It was a intense day for sure. All looks calm now. Thank you LadyHawk

[@brianedward6417]

An eagle is not a hawk 👉👉👉dipshit 🤦🤪🦧

[@buzzkillslr]

what a beautiful creature.

[@robinshepard4571]

Beautiful ❤️ Birds 💞👁️

[@melindamasi3505]

OMG, that intruder is bold! I wonder if it's hungry, cold? What else would drive it to actually intrude *into* the nest of a very large incubating female? Did you see how it fluffed up bigly just before encroaching on J & S nest? Jackie is a true warrior mother, she slaps that invader down with the ferocity of a Momma protecting her precious eggs. Bravo, courageous Jackie!👏Shadow-on-the-spot zooms onto nest & eggies when Jackie takes off after invader👍 I love Jackie and Shadow like family💓💖💗😘🦅🦅♥️

[@stancexpunks]

Maybe he’s just lonely and wanted a friend or wanted to become her new boyfriend

[@LR-ux4fh]

She's all "They may have been here a while but they're not up for grabs!" Poor mama bird.

[@mindylee7488]

Powerful Jackie! Wow!

[@paulstevenwildlife]

Beautiful nest and view of lake in the background. I'm surprised to see the adults leave those eggs unattended. I wasn't sure how long they were gone but of course that makes them vulnerable to predators and the elements. Well done enjoyed watching.

[@joeya8721]

Time stamp at the start appears to show she was gone for 20 minutes 😯

[@tschouten1]

The weather is certainly raw today! I feel sorry for Jackie and Shadow! 💔

[@carolynthornton8017]

IN MY VIEW She is a good mother protecting her eggs. It will be good when we finally get to see 'Who' is inside them.❤

[@danni1993]

In the 'description,' it states the eggs are non-viable. That means no live chicks will hatch.

[@jrviade85]

@@danni1993 😨

[@juanida1955]

I saw this live this morning and believe me it was exciting. Intruder followed Jackie to the nest. Wonder if it was he/she. It seemed to know the nest. Lol but Jackie kicked the intruder to the curb! 😁 A cold wing slap! Karate move. You go Jackie! Just defending her eggy’s. Intruder stressed her out! Then comes Shadow. Her Prince Charming to the rescue. Then the Chase begun. Thankful that no one got hurt. But intruder had to stop by 1 more time 😁. This is way better than TV. 💯 PC. Thank you Lady Hawk. Amazing vid! One that I will cherish F/Ever. ❤️

[@bluecollar58]

So what happened here ? What was the other eagle after , the warm spot or the eggs ? How long can the eggs be exposed in that weather ?

[@cadence4527]

Dang, the fire in her eyes! It’s interesting to see a difference in their eyes when it’s an intruder versus when it’s their mate.

[@sharongoodsell9341]

The Eagle , most amazing bird my statu stands tall in my home , I love watching ur video

[@kdbghost23]

Beautiful

[@TuTuFox]

Definitely a crazy morning!!! All the in's & out's I lost track of who was who!!!

[@omaeve]

I love that you have the cameras when I lived in California I got to participate in one of the big bear eagle counts I can’t remember what year but it was before 1991 when we moved home with my husband got out of the military

[@bonitaflwrgrl64]

Wow incredible parental skills at work !

[@bairives63]

Jackie is the Rhonda Rousey of eagles, DON'T MESS WITH HER.

[@jennifermorgan1837]

This is like every creepy guy that still asks you to go on a date when you’ve said you’re with someone and the next step he tries you’re ready to fill out the restraining order papers.

[@sanfranman4919]

Gorgeous

[@mullcrumthesage6303]

Protect the eggie weggies at all cost!

[@v.gorski3050]

First, I don’t know Jackie’s entire history at this nest. Does Lady Hawk or anyone know if she laid eggs in the past that did not hatch? I saw all events last year and aware of previous year, but could this be her first season having eggs fail ? Does anyone know ? // Instinct is strong, keeping her on the nest. This Eagle is determined.... showing us all the majesty of the bald eagle. TY again Lady Hawk. Great video!

[@MomentsDivine]

Thank you, Father God for eagles 🙏

[@Justjazzma]

Jackie is so loving to the eggs! 🥚🥰

[@debbiee6535]

I never seen two Eagles fight over a nest that's already occupied with eggs before

[@katharina...]

Why's everyone talking like they know this woman? 😁

[@janicebertuola4701]

We do know her💕🦅

[@katharina...]

​@@janicebertuola4701😁👍💞

[@hk4lyfe59]

6:34 When the camera guy gets spotted and about to get wrecked.

[@chriso.8150]

Jackie is fierce. 💯🔥

[@JoeMama-cu9qr]

thats so cute 💖💖💖

[@dianalee3059]

So amazing to see them sitting in snow! I know they’re built for it but I’m not!!

[@EJ257IHI]

This is one amazing bird.

[@whodat7084]

Way to go mama! ❤

[@dianalee3059]

Cheeky intruder!! You don’t mess with our Jackie!!

[@sherryevans709]

Poor mama she looks cold !!! Beautiful intruder back off !!! 😡😡😡

[@biancacrichigno6285]

LINDAS ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

[@hadassah2998]

Incredible! I feel like I am watching a soap opera or something like that. Where did that cute Eagle thought he was going? I love how the Mrs. decided to give him some eagle wing slaps to get him out of there, but then the sphycho came back! OH no!

[@Iconoclasher]

He just wants her to go out with him for a few drinks. 🍻

[@beths4934]

These two have enough stress. 🙏 Intruder departs!

[@margarita2010ct]

She warned him. Good for Jackie that she protected her babies.

[@micheleeve6054]

Li Fe Finds A WAY...!!! Praise God. & THE GREAT SPIRIT IN THE SKY. We Pray

[@pennydezsi6073]

When shadow comes back to the nest you can just bearley see the top of an egg on the right side .

[@patriciaelg1464]

It is so heartbreaking! 🙏🐦

[@michaelnone6322]

I am glad the eagle population looks good in big bear. that is exciting at least.

[@davegarton3752]

This is great

[@memoryrinehart4452]

Spectacular/thrilling...

[@lhettmattis2703]

Wow that intruder looks like female and a bit younger than Jackie. But Jackie knows she have to defend her nest. Great job Jackie, Thank you for sharing LH.

[@kerrykestrowl6785]

Amazing instinct

[@unclecraigsjerky9056]

This looks like Sapphire Point, Summit County, Colorado! Either that eagle or its kin hovered over me and some colleagues during a memorial off the beaten path and was obviously taking a great look!

[@januszg7944]

nature is beautiful protect it

[@BBUG1994]

Poor Jackie 😢 Since her old mate is back in town do you think she will stay with the one she has now? God Bless you MaMa! Stay safe🙏🙏💕💕

[@Moethelock]

As i read the description i read "non viable eggs".. What does that mean really? How long will they incubate for? When will they realise, what does this mean for the Eagles?

[@klhp22]

Oh, Jackie!! So scary! You're though, though! Brave Heart!

[@fischerfritz4595]

Hey all, I'm new and I would like to know what do the eagles do when they are not in the nest. Can anyone also explain me why the couple of Jackie did not defend Jackie and the eggs from the intruder?? Thank you!

[@auracruz6211]

How did you manage to capture this stunning encounter.? And a stunning view from so high up..? 🤗❤

[@opislid9222]

@Aura Cruz you can find a live feed of the nest if you search Big Bear Bald Eagle Live Nest - Cam 1 and you can see Jackie and Shadow watching their new eggs!! hope this helps! ❤

[@dadmum]

There is a 24hr live stream - search up Shadow and Jackie live stream

[@auracruz6211]

@@opislid9222 Yes it did..! Thank you for taking the time to reply. 👍

[@kimberlypotts9734]

Praying for the birdies

[@kkdoc7864]

Is Jackie calling for Shadow to come help? That was very brazen of the intruder. Wonder why he thought he had a chance especially with mom incubating eggs?!!

[@birdsfan3705]

Go Eagles 🏈🦅

[@MariaM-77]

Oh my poor Jackie is not only about carrying the fact that her eggs won't make a hatch ... endure the cold and snow with the hope of her eggs ... and also have to deal with an intruder...It was a stressful day for me Jackie😞😞 ... tank you Lady Hawk 🌹🙋🏻‍♀️

[@brianedward6417]

U a damn fool👉👉👉🦧🤪🤦

[@valnicoson4835]

Anyone know if the intruder was male or female (curious). Good job Jackie (and Shadow) protecting those precious eggs!

[@Melo.maniak]

Both are beautiful birds. Proud of Jackie she seems to be doing an incredible job with taking care of her babies. I wonder what the other one was trying to do though. Just wanted some companion ship probably. Not right now good sir! I gots a job to do.

[@jeannine.]

Jackie courageously takes on the intruder and wing slaps him and knocks him off the nest area. She will defend her nest and eggs. I think the Intruder was looking to see if there were any leftovers on the nest. Jackie & Shadow will defend the nest area. They do such a great job! Never easy for these 2. Not sure how long Jackie will incubate the non-viable eggs. What an incredible Mom.

[@reneeelias7168]

Jeannine i don’t recall a “mating” vlog or being told they had mated. Maybe the eggs aren’t fertilized. Just a thought. I feel so sad the eggs are notgoing to hatch. Those 2 are sodevoted.

[@ladyhawk]

Hi Renee there was no mating between Jackie and Shadow seen from the nest cam this season. It is a possibility that the eggs were not fertilized. Also many things can go wrong such as a chick starts to to develop then stops. If ravens come to the nest and crack open the eggs we will see if the contents are liquid (which means they were never fertilized) or if a partially developed chick is inside.

[@jeannine.]

@@reneeelias7168 Hey Renee. I believe they mated elsewhere, not viewable from the camera position.

[@reneeelias7168]

Lady Hawk thanks for replying. So sad situation.