FOBBV🦅Shadow: It's Hard To Let Go💕Jackie: When In Doubt, Bring More Sticks!🥢2024-04-08

Video courtesy of @FOBBVCAM friendsofbigbearvalley.org
The opinions presented do not necessarily reflect the opinions of FOBBV.
Looks like tonight is Shadow's third overnight shift...
🥚Egg1 was laid 1/25 16:55 bit.ly/48OfNt5, Egg2 was laid 1/28 13:59 bit.ly/3OkpEi7, Egg3 was laid on 1/31 17:58 bit.ly/3SGTwb5 .
It is unlikely that the eggs will hatch at this point. We have no way of knowing why. It could be environmental, such as temperatures, humidity percentages, oxygen levels at high altitude, etc. It could be biological with something just being off at the time the eggs were created. It is very unlikely that either Jackie or Shadow are infertile since they have already had 2 sets of chicks together - in 2019 and 2022.
When eggs don’t hatch, Jackie and Shadow may start withdrawing from incubation eventually (they usually over incubate for several weeks, details can be found in our Activity Log). Withdrawal is always a process and it happens gradually with longer and longer breaks. Shadow may be a little bit more stubborn than Jackie (this is something we have observed in the past). Left unattended, the eggs may eventually be scavenged by ravens or other animals. The nest cameras are live 24/7/366 weather and maintenance permitting.
ℹResident Bald Eagle male: Shadow (unbanded) since May 2018. Estimated hatch year: 2014
ℹResident Bald Eagle female: Jackie (unbanded) since September 2016. Estimated hatch year: 2012
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[@SusanM.]

Came for the eggs but stayed for the life lessons. Thank you for teaching me so much and enriching my life, S&J. I’m forever grateful KZbin “suggested” this channel to me a year ago. I didn’t know two eagles would have such an amazing impact on my life.

[@dragnflei]

Came for the eggs but stayed for the life lessons. Perfectly said.

[@theck672]

I echo your well written sentiments❣️

[@juliadoty3300]

Indeed! I discovered them this year, and it really has been life enriching! And full of great life lessons! Not only Jackie and Shadow, but all the friends of Big, beer, Valley, and the volunteers, and those who comment watching! It really is a treat, and I’m so grateful!

[@patriciaadler5743]

Watching these two 💞 is like attending a master class on relationship 💥

[@carolm7037]

We can learn a lot from animals, ❤❤

[@runswithcaesars]

The most heart-wrenching moment occurs at 20:27, after Shadow departs. Jackie gazes at the clutch, then stares out over the water for a while. It's then, I believe, she resolves to release her hold. Unaware she's not alone, we all watch and empathize with her grief. Gratitude to Cali Condor and FOBBV for the privilege of witnessing their lives so intimately.

[@annwilliams1073]

It's ok to shed a tear, I have for this very special couple. Their devotion too to one another & their eggs is inspiring, but the fact there will b no babies this year heartbreaking 🦅🦅❤

[@sonflowersue.CHOOSE.L0VE]

Wonderfully said. My sentiments exactly. ❤🦅🦅💕

[@ZoeWB]

OMG - heartbreaking 💜

[@xlaranja]

Letting go hurts. No matter whether human or animal. It's heartbreaking, but it's nature. Let's think about the beautiful things that J&S have and give us. ❤🦅🦅❤️

[@Squirrel_101]

They're slowly letting go now, which is nice to see. Yes it's hard to watch sometimes but such is nature. I hope next season is a success, great fun watching these two ❤

[@waterfaucet9926]

Yes, at some point the ravens will do their part, and the circle of life continues.

[@wshari27]

I'm so sad that Jackie& Shadow didn't have any eaglet. I hope next season will be better. It brakes my heart so much I love u two.

[@jacquicoder7160]

You know, I was thinking the other day when they were bringing in sticks and fluff, that maybe they should just put the sticks and fluff over the eggs so the ravens wouldn't see them. But I guess they wouldn't be so easily fooled. Besides, as much as we hate to think of it, those unviable eggs may provide some food for the ravens; isn't that the way nature would have it. So sad to see Shadow struggling with letting go; it was exhausting to watch him. Thanks for keeping us up to date, Cali.

[@kristinLB]

😢so heartbreaking, just like last year.

[@miglena2s]

🤗 The best is yet to come. ❤

[@donnashort9634]

No offspring last year?i did not know.

[@djrazoredgeoftherevelator6868]

Well jackie apparently has abandoned and has given up and once again Shadow hangs in there until the end just like last time

[@patriciaadler5743]

Being persistent and hanging in there is Shadow's character. That's how he won Jackie 💞

[@CoExist64]

@@patriciaadler5743well said! :)

[@splitendztheprofit3028]

Nature is not at all kind. Nature can be very cruel...

[@oceansoul3694]

My hens do this too, and it makes me very sad to watch this.

[@sharonodell2660]

At what age are eagles in their prime for egg laying?

[@DebbyMorris14]

I’m so attached to J.&S.’s lives together! They make me chuckle , getting those sticks “ in place”! Lol. I know it’s a matter of time that their going to be moving on, allowing “ their God given instincts “ to take over, & turn a new page in their lives, as we anxiously await to see just what it’s going to be. 😊. Love you both dear hearts ! I’m excited to see what the next video clip will show what you both are up to! We can see cradling those eggs, are becoming less & less time spent on them, & soon they will be gone. But the inspiration you both have been & are to us hundreds , who have opened our hearts to you, it has been a JOY to us, in ways that I can not describe! We are all just looking forward to “continuing on”, with you phenomenal bald eagles, no matter what! Jackie, & Shadow, May your beauty fill the sky , everytime you soar high above, just flying like an eagle , lol leaving us mesmerized & fascinated, saying, “ There they go”! 😁🥰. The most AMAZING Bald Eagles , who have captured the heart of man! ❤. (“ J.&S.”!! )

[@Sean_1970]

Can't believe I was watching this younger eagle & thought it was with Shadow as the video is Saying Mrs BB & Shadow so I'm thinking it must be a young eagle Jackie tolerates in nest! Turns out it was our Shadow when Brown & first dating Mrs BB who now I know is Jackie 😂 But great to go back & See 👀 Shadow go from delightful young man to a white Fluffy head Eagle 😂 He's some boy 🧒 With the sticks but oor Jackie I think is the stick master at probing if she wants the nest.. Mrs BB 😂 was seriously confused.. Anyhoo always learn & love & Light 🚦 to the Dynamic Duo 🦅 🦅👌☘️💚

[@hherroyal05]

Here's to you, Mrs BB 🎶

[@veronicastewart1112]

I always chuckle when they step on each other. I have learned from Shadow that sometimes things aren't meant to be, no matter what we do or how much we may want them to be. It's a hard lesson. It happens to all of us from time to time.

[@roserussom335]

Thank you Cali Condor! It is a rare privilege to watch these magnificent creatures during this poignant time in their lives. I'm grateful that you put this presentation together, and will probably watch it again and again.

[@user-bk3nc9hd6n]

I have learned so much about Eagles, since I began watching. Becoming so involved in their lives, and so hopeful for their eggs to hatch. I have a heavy heart and feel their disappointment. Let us be hopeful for their future, and pray for them. Thank you for this opportunity. ❤😢

[@USArmyVet91]

It is heartbreaking, but Nature is just doing it's thing. The hardest part for me, is Shadow as always refuses to give up. Hope our magnificent pair have better luck next year. 🦅🦅🦅

[@CoExist64]

Well said. By the way, AF Vet here. Thank you for your service

[@USArmyVet91]

@@CoExist64 Thank you, I struggle to write coherent sentences so that means a lot. Much appreciated, like you was just doing my job. Thank YOU for your service. 💯💯

[@CoExist64]

@@USArmyVet91What you wrote was very coherent my friend, and thank you for your kind words. May God bless you and keep on keeping on. Take care

[@enricotoesca3941]

Wonderful Eagles ❤❤❤❤

[@ZoeWB]

That was heartbreaking when Shadow laid the grass on the eggs before sitting down. He’s pulling out all the stops 💜

[@tekarock]

Shadow got that Jackie was tricking him. 😁😁 She shows up so that he can leave but she doesn’t nurse the eggs so Shadow just turns around and comes back with an excuse to bring massive stick. So interesting their interaction 🥰🫶🏻❤️

[@suni2421]

It's sad to see him struggling to walk away...AGAIN. Poor baby...

[@tekarock]

Oh my! 13:30 This is so funny. Jackie moving sticks around to get Shadow to leave the nest but as soon as he leaves she stops 🤣🤣 She leaves herself and there comes Shadow back whinging out loud. 😂😂

[@bhowe5162]

Thank you Cali Condor, for keeping us up to date. Shadow is having night duty; so they are slowly letting go. Always good to see them each day! On a happier note, L.A. zoo had 5 Condor chicks hatch. YIPPEE🙂

[@ZoeWB]

So many life lessons with these two. Two for starters: One stick at a time will get you where you want to go and a chance to reflect on where in my life have I struggled to let go and move on like Shadow. Poignant.

[@barbarateeter1010]

Thank u FOBBV and Cali Cantor for this amazing journey with jackie&shadow🥰🥰🥰👏👏👏🤗😎👊🏻🌟💞

[@paulettebruno851]

Was Jackie choking on grass? I worry about fishing lines or hooks...

[@teresahasopinions2329]

Tough to watch in a sweet kind of way. But this is life..keep trying even when the situation may be irretrievable. I've fallen in love with Jackie and Shadow..they are so sweet with each other. May their lives together be long and fruitful. ❤

[@patriciaadler5743]

Two beautiful, healthy, happy 🦅🦅💞

[@darkmanelover]

I love Jackie & Shadow they are both great parents ,,, yes these 3 eggs are not viable hoping next year will be their year to raise little Jackie's & little shadows ,,, sending prayers for these strong & powerful love birds 🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@marylinelliott611]

Bless them. I'm amazed that Shadow is so determined.❤

[@pa209]

Jackie and Shadow you are the best. Take care be safe this summer.. the world loves you...❤❤❤

[@nettajar1938]

Stepping on his tail feathers is probably a good indication that Jackie wanted Shadow to move. ~ They tend to find the most unusual sticks. to fortify the nest. ~ Giving up is hard to do. Baby steps our lovely eagles, baby steps. Remember, you have all of us to lean back on ~ That darn swig won't come out of Jackie's beak, no matter how hard she tries ~ I love seeing them together 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 ~ Thanks again for these snip-its. I've been slacking on my studies and this helps me to catch up on what I'm missing

[@miditrax]

Think the most poignant part was around 24:17 , when J arrives in the evening to 'relieve' S, only to fly away again, causing S to return and resume his Night shift 😢

[@AngieSalinas-dy6bj]

((Hugs)) Shadow, hurts letting go.💔

[@1105pitbull]

I read this same thing happened last year? So was it the year before that when they hatched some eggs? I can't remember which season it was but I so remember one young eaglet didn't make it and left one in the next that eventually fledged.

[@loritac1170]

That eaglet 2-3 yrs years ago was Spirit who grew with love and care from Jackie and Shadow and fledged succesful y. Spirits name was well deserved!

[@Yanquetino]

I ache for Shadow. He is such a devoted, dedicated, hopeful father. It will sound odd, but I'm now hoping the ravens will visit the nest, simply to help him grok that continued incubation would be futile.

[@leticias520]

My sweetheart s all bad weather have and they very protective, I learn so much of them and not stop for praying for his life’s. I hug my Tv and send all my love to them. God bless you J&S&Eggs and hope you understand the nature cause for me is not easy. 😭.

[@cherirolett9687]

This is heartbreaking to watch, but they have been great parents and still are. Nature is unkind and takes it course no matter what. There is so much to be learned by watching Jackie and Shadow. Hopefully, the next clutch will bring joy. I really enjoy watching them everyday. Thanks for bringing us great footage of them.❤

[@ms6071]

The fact that the eggs are still so untouched beautiful looking is an testament of what good parents they’ve been.

[@barbarateeter1010]

I came upon a “hit an run” eagle in middle of road in NH this week that made me very sad😢😢😢😢🥹🥹🥹🥹

[@madrenorway8130]

Its nature, its a miracel.❤❤

[@ericc2083]

These two are so much fun to watch. Always an adventure with them.

[@thatsafactjack6513]

Haha you see that raven land? he got excited bouncing limbs thinking wow three! at least the 3 in west end doing good ;)

[@ramadasa77]

🙏

[@mary5827]

This breaks my heart as well😢💔

[@sj7838]

My ❤ breaks for J&S. I love them so much and prayed for the best possible outcome. Even one viable eaglet would’ve brought so much joy. But it wasn’t meant to be.

[@mythoughtwhatyousay1]

I notice the father (Shadow) is the one more time with eggs than mother (Jackie)..

[@Linda-eb3kn]

Shadow doesn't want to give up but Jackie knows.

[@barbarateeter1010]

My little farewell for this viewing is sad but that little fluff in rite bottom corner is still therei🤗🤗🥰🥰💖💫🌟💞✨❤️✔️✔️👏

[@user-os1xv5oi9q]

so sad is this the second year in a row that the eggs did not hatch? Seems like we went through this last year around the same time

[@eileenjones3918]

My heart hurts for these two.....sometimes I wish we could turn the tables on mother nature !!! Is there any place in life with no heartbreak ?????

[@donnashort9634]

How do they rid themselves of the non viable eggs? Im under the impression they use the same nest year after year

[@SmilingFoliage-tv9bx]

Was all the fuss/restlessness because of the eclipse?

[@deniseharrer1245]

Do they eat their own eggs?

[@hherroyal05]

Hey, that is not really an appropriate question, given how sad J&S's followers are. Just maybe ask in a more sensitive way. Maybe they do or maybe they don't - they are raptors. Usually, they leave and the ravens take over. For many of us, we understand that if the eggs aren't viable - best to not let what they are made of, go to waste. But maybe read the room... thx

[@deniseharrer1245]

@@hherroyal05 I guess I should have not asked that question here.Im learning and apologize for any thing said .Thank you for your remark