FOBBV🦅VIEWER DISCRETION⚠Jackie Consumes Remaining Unhatched Egg Ahead Of Storm💔2024-04-13

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The opinions presented do not necessarily reflect the opinions of FOBBV.
Both Jackie and Shadow visit the nest this evening, ahead of the impeding storm.
Although unclear, it looks like Shadow accidentally stepped on one of the eggs and may have breached it.
At 4:00 in the video, Jackie consumes the contents of at least one of the remaining eggs. No development is visible inside: only yellow yolk sac, viscous liquid (albumen) and membranes, no blood vessels on the membranes.
The last (third) egg may or may not still remain in the nest. Jackie and Shadow have been aerating vigorously around the eggs and deepened the bowl considerably. They both visited the nest tonight and were seen together on the SDS.
This chapter of Jackie and Shadow’s story is ending and soon a new one will begin. Their eggs will sustain various forms of life as nature continues to take care of nature.
One egg was broken on 4/11 and disappeared (possibly disintegrated) in the bowl. It is unclear if there was any development inside
Video of the events: • FOBBV🦅Nature Takes Car...
🥚Jackie and Shadow are letting go of their unhatched eggs and continue their incubation withdrawal process. Jackie was last seen incubating on 4/8, Shadow - on 4/11.
We have no way of knowing why the egg did not hatch. 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.
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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[@mariaknox9605]

She laid them, incubated them and protected them. Now, she has the right to enjoy them too. Better her than the ravens. They’re hers. ❤

[@sarahp775]

I was thinking the same thing. Agree 100%. ❤

[@ds_the_rn]

Agreed.

[@RenyDoRosario]

You deserve my love ❤❤❤❤

[@Btyboop2]

I was thinking the same thing.. would rather her or shadow than the ravens.

[@techshabby0001]

Must have been a little ripe tho. 😬

[@CandaceInSoCal]

I want to deeply THANK the FOBBV for introducing me to these AWE-INSPIRING Creatures!!! I have been able to watch the incredible lives of these two beautiful eagles!!! I have learned so much! I have experienced many emotions through this vignette of Shadow and Jackie this hatching season and I am grateful to you all for this viewing-window of magnificence!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jgrazzi]

We may need to start calling her LumberJackie. That was some firewood she brought up there. 🦅 And to the local Raven squad; hahaha you didn’t get the eggs this time! 😜

[@victoriabunnag4070]

Thanks for making me smile. I don't want to cry. I love them too much. Yes, the Raven's didn't get the eggs!!! Yay!!! Lol.

[@Rainbow-eb1vc]

@@victoriabunnag4070 I did cry anyway. Jackie is so brave and magnificent.

[@araxiep465]

There’s one more egg left , right ? I hope Shadow gets it and not a raven

[@Mermaid4Ever]

Many of us longtime viewers have called her LumberJackie for years! She can really find them!

[@matthewhibbard9807]

Everything in the wild has iron stomachs. Made me happy to see Jackie do that as opposed to something else scavenging them.

[@freddypflugbeil6]

Shocking. But what do I know

[@pmitchell6819]

@@freddypflugbeil6bot what I ever imagined especially after taking such care to hid the eggs under twigs and nesting material. Not judging her…..she’s doing what mama eagles do to make sure no one else can eat her babies. It just wasn’t even in my thought wheel house, but neither was the care she gave to providing cover. This is my first experience watching eagles period. Nonetheless, incubating eggs. What I do know is she has proven to be an exceptional mother as has Shadow the dad in being extra vigilant in keeping the eggs warm and protective against such extreme weather, that what she is doing now I have no doubt is her instinct to keep eggs from being eaten by predators and to leave her eggs consumed by her. I’m sure she might be doing this to help Shadow grief. What a wonderful and heartbreaking journey we have been allowed to watch! Thank you J and S and to the humans who made this viewing possible. Stay safe along with Shadow till we see you again!

[@leezirkle7840]

I was a bit worried because the eggs were so old. Don't want her to get a sick stomach from them.

[@ericaleslie257]

​@@leezirkle7840...I AM QUITE WORRIED ABOUT THIS ALSO !!...🤢🤮

[@Rainbow-eb1vc]

@@ericaleslie257 The eagles have amazing digestive systems. They have millions of years of evolution behind them, so they can do things we wouldn't survive.

[@pjb12025]

A sign of truly moving on. God Bless this nest and these Eagles … 🦅💙🦅💜

[@spiritualmatterscda1309]

Love you Jackie! Eat the non-viable egg protein so you can try again for a happy eagle family. ❤❤

[@judy6348]

It's ok, non viable and it has nutrients for Mom.

[@Kathy_Bennett]

Eagle eggs, EAGLE POWER! 🎉❤😊

[@lynnkramer1211]

I feed ground up egg shells in with our chicken feed and they get the bennefits of increased calcium. Nature seems cruel but it is no worse than humankind and what some inflict and likewise endure. Now the pair can get on with their mission in life which is to get their genes to another generation.

[@jonii5779]

thank you for explaining Jackie's action. I'm glad she consumed her egg and not ravens

[@techshabby0001]

And it will help Shadow move on.

[@Rainbow-eb1vc]

@@techshabby0001 Shadow was clearly upset. He kept looking at the eggs.

[@dragnflei]

Sending love to all my eagle-watching kindred spirits ❤

[@carolkonrath6899]

❤❤

[@CoExist64]

And sending love to you as well. TTE

[@lisawest9731]

Right backatcha!

[@vartvartan7492]

By cracking the eggs Jackie has a closure that the eggs weren’t fertilized she is so brave.🦅🦅🥚🥚🥚💕

[@grannysharp772]

It looks like that heavy branch she flew in with whacked the eggs and cracked them open. I’m glad for them they’ll now have complete closure.

[@victoriabunnag4070]

Even though this is the latest development for Jackie and Shadow, I am relieved that all of us are moving forward. When she buried the eggs the other day, I was confused, but it was her way of saying "It's time to move on." Animals have emotion. They have small souls, but still feel deeply like we do. By her ingesting the eggs or egg, she is clearing a path to a brighter future. Shadow has had a hard time these last 2 years. He is younger than Jackie, but is more sensitive. They have been mating, so maybe we might have another clutch. Don't get me wrong, I am deeply saddened by what has happened and we all can grieve for them and with them. They are young and I am praying for them, for all of us in this crazy world. When we watch them, life is so much simpler and we realize that none of us are meant to suffer. In God's World, we are meant to thrive. They are young and healthy and we should be happy just for those very reasons. God Bless Us, Everyone.❤❤❤❤

[@gwendolynwashington7646]

Well said

[@dizzylizzy_369]

Beautifully put ❤️

[@sylvisterling8782]

There won't be a clutch *this year*, because it is FAR too late in the season. Any chicks that hatched would never be mature enough by the fall and winter. But still, it is comforting to know that the eagles are moving on from this AND remaining together

[@Purplecolors162]

I’m glad that Jackie ate her eggs instead of leaving them for the ravens! ❤😊

[@jacquicoder7160]

When I first saw viewer discretion, I assumed that ravens had gotten the eggs. I never would have thought of being Jackie. It is okay, that's nature and hopefully she got some nourishment from them. I had more trouble watching it because of the motion of the nest in the wind than seeing her eating the eggs. Now we can all look forward to what J&S will be doing as they move on to do other eagle things. Thanks for being there to keep us informed, Cali.

[@dizzylizzy_369]

Everything has coping mechanisms. I'm just glad I got to see her and witness her still strengthening the nest with new sticks!

[@billinct860]

The eggshells have calcium she'll need for the new eggs. That nest is incredibly stable in those high winds... well built.

[@lindaadelwerth8042]

@billinct860 Won't be until next year for her, Jackie's fertile time has passed

[@Rainbow-eb1vc]

@@lindaadelwerth8042 I can't tell from the way they are mating.

[@lindaadelwerth8042]

@Rainbow-eb1vc The mating is normal for them, It helps keep their bond strong, Jackie is only fertile from January to March

[@CoExist64]

@@lindaadelwerth8042👍

[@Mermaid4Ever]

@@Rainbow-eb1vc they mate year round as part of their bonding.

[@tekarock]

I got the impression that in the beginning of the video she was watching to make sure Shadow was not around 😉😁 Good on you Jackie! 👏🏻

[@veronicastewart1112]

I had that same impression.

[@ruthied.3219]

Jackie that is quite a large stick you brought to the nest. You are such a strong and beautiful eagle. You and Shadow's commitment as parents to your family is so amazing to us as humans, and yet to you is second nature..i.e. enduring storms and being buried in snow to protect your brood..You and Shadow have taught me so much about the beauty and power of nature, by cultivating heartfelt instinct and creating a beautiful, unforgettable and treasured bond between you and Shadow...Thank you, J&S✨️🦅💖🦅✨️ Cali, Sandy FOBBV and our "eagleholic" family✨️💖✨️🦅💖🦅✨️

[@adriane5496]

I am glad she did this hopefully they move on. Mother nature in action. Beautiful Jackie 💕

[@michelleheavenbound716]

It amazes me how smart these eagles are and to know they didn't succeed in eggs hatching and to know how to close this chapter in their lives and move on to the next season priceless ❤❤

[@Cindee-Schnitman]

That’s so sad that none of them hatched after all they’ve endured this winter/ early spring. I throughly enjoyed watching their lives together. Let’s pray for a better future for them. Bless their hearts 😢🫶🏻🙏🏻

[@Discobaby988]

Nothing in nature goes to waste, and animals aren’t sentimental, they’re practical. Vitamins and minerals from eggs will aid in keeping her healthy, it’s nothing personal. Stay strong Jackie, and better luck to you two next time. 🦅🩷🦅

[@williambeckett8757]

Love the way she can just fly into the nest so easy with that piece of lumber! Lol. She deserves any parts of those eggs that she and Shadow braved many storms to try to bring into the word. ❤

[@talia77us]

My bird did the same with her unviable eggs. It's perfectly normal. It has healthy calcium in there for her. ❤

[@seraphtarot8610]

Jackie is sooo strong and does what she needs to do. A great mother. I love her. ❤️

[@rhonddakane]

Wow! Good for her; what strength she shows ! It's truly amazing to watch how nature keeps going, healthy and forward !! Thank you for sharing such moments of this season and their cycle in nature !! ❤❤

[@mariac.rodriguez199]

LIke the country they represent, they are resilient, strong, unwavering and dedicated. Remember we chose them for their qualities and their beauty. Just as they keep the faith, so must we. We are the USA!!

[@jesusdisciple4216]

I think she did it more for shadow than herself to be honest.

[@dizzylizzy_369]

Yep. And you can't tell me no different.

[@user-xk4do9ex2f]

I agree.

[@CoExist64]

❤ your name @Jesusdisciple4216. May God bless you :)

[@GramMooakaRed1]

And thank you Cali ❤

[@Clover5419]

Somehow this seems natural…tho…I’ve never seen her do this before. After all…it’s HER egg.

[@susanmorris5520]

I feel that the reason Jackie ate the last remaining egg was 1.) she knew it wasn’t gonna hatch @ 2.) she wasn’t gonna let the storm or Ravens do any damage to her unborn baby so, the best thing she felt to do was to consume it herself. Her unborn and herself are now one. God bless you sweet Jackie even though I’m sure it was something that, in the back of your mind was hard to do. Please no one, judge me or make any snotty remarks on my comment. I am aware that yes, Eagles do have feelings and whether dead or alive, a mother would do anything for their either unborn or dead babies. God bless you sweet mommy Jackie and awesome daddy too Shadow.❤️✝️🙏😔🦅🦅🥚❌⭕️

[@dorothysekellick612]

Compassionately & beautifully stated. Yes, Godspeed to the eagles & all the people who became invested in this remarkable journey! 🦅🙏

[@mygirldarby]

The eggs could be unfertilized. Eagles are not humans and they don't have the same thoughts and feelings as humans. That doesn't mean they have _no_ feelings, but they are not the same as humans. For example, In another nest, an inexperienced eagle father unfortunately killed and ate the eaglet when the mother left for a little while. When she came back she never looked for her baby, she never looked distraught, she calmly sat and incubated the egg that was left. Don't you think a mother would look for her baby at least? She fed it just a few hours earlier, and then she comes back and it's gone! She showed no signs that she even remembered she had that baby. That's what people mean when they say eagles dont feel like humans. Eagle mothers will also ignore a small eaglet and even allow it to be pushed out of the nest. Eagles will allow a larger baby to bonk a smaller baby to death. Human mothers don't do that. Eaglets that have survived falling from a nest will be ignored as they scream for food. Their mom and dad will fly right past them. I watch an eagle rescue group and they have saved eaglets that were pushed out of the nest. Again, eagles don't feel like humans. They havefeelings, as all animals do, but some people go too far and imagine things that aren't within the realm of reality about them. Then they are shocked when an eagle eats his baby or they starve one to death. That's why it isn't a good idea to pretend that eagles are no different than humans. Thry are very very different. They are wild animals and they do not feel like humans do.

[@user-kg1jo4ue3c]

​@@mygirldarbydon't agree

[@ericc2083]

@@mygirldarby Totally agree. All this fake whining and crying by people trying to make it a heart-breaking event for J & S. Their bond is with each other, not the eggs. They do what they do because that's what Mother Nature has taught them. These eggs were NEVER unborn creatures. They were merely omelette ingredients that never developed. There's no need for eagle therapy or "moving-on"; next year they'll probably try again. In the meantime, they'll work on the nest, feast on the fauna and get busy on the roosting tree. Great life for these two marvelous alpha predators.

[@maandren]

@@user-kg1jo4ue3c What don't you agree about what they posted? I think for the most part it was pretty spot on.

[@shirley9240]

Eagles instinct is to waste nothing. This is closure for Jackie & Shadow. Next season will bring happiness for them because their love and devotion deserves it. Be safe, our beautiful couple until next we see you next season! Thank you, Cali!! ❤🙏

[@gratefulchar]

❤

[@in8hope617]

That is just a good momma taking care of things. The eggs were so precious to her and Shadow, and now she needed to take care of them.

[@retiredoldguy706]

Thank you Cali, it’s been an interesting two or three days with the stick anger. It would be something if there was another clutch

[@OneMeanArtist]

Circle of life, nothing goes to waste, and apparently Jackie owns a chainsaw. lol

[@oaktreehx9ez]

YES! That was one big "twig" she came flying in with! Quite a landing she made too.🙂

[@OneMeanArtist]

@@oaktreehx9ez Right?! She landed with a "Kuh-Thunk!"

[@gentrykoda]

I want to know how she even broke that LOG!!! 😂😂😳💪🏼

[@lulugirl7043]

It is what it is,right !?! I've been expecting it. What I continue to marvel at is the strength of the nest and the Jeffrey pine. That wind makes it twist like a ride at a Country Fair !!!!

[@gerdahurtak4377]

In nature, nothing goes to waste…..

[@bonnieanger9817]

My God, they are beautiful birds! I thank you so much for having these up close cameras to be able to see these beautiful creatures!!

[@teacupsroses3735]

Jackie you are so brave ❤.

[@m-possible1173]

Seemed like Shadow came back just in time to make peace with his unborn offspring. Deep down inside I knew I didn’t want something else devour their eggs. I couldn’t see the them pushing them out of the nest to leave them open to being eaten either. Seemed like she was trying to just cover them up and leave but that didn’t work. We love you, Jackie ♥️♥️♥️

[@user-cc1gq8bw3f]

Sending Jackie and Shadow lots of love today. It always makes me feel so happy to watch them each day. ❤

[@PiNkSpRinkLe1]

Sadly I figured her 62 hours of covering them in a blizzard was for naught. There had to be cold air coming up through the bottom of the nest. Just not good timing for the weather this year. BLESS THEM. Ever hopeful for next year.

[@ingridruiz-meijer6089]

Right. I always thought on the cold.from the bottom with this snow storms...that effect the eggs I believe ❤

[@AngelaS22]

The nest has at lteast 12 years of sticks and fluff compacted there. I actually doubt the eggs froze. Their brood patch temp is around 98 degrees and snow is an insulator. Eggs are mostly water until a chick develops and water has a high thermal capacity. They don't freeze instantly and most days the temps weren't that cold. It's much colder in Alaska and yet they have the highest population of eagles.

[@CoExist64]

Eagles are most populous in Alaska, so a wee bit of semi-cold weather in the mountains of California is nothing for them. They choose where to nest, have had two eaglets in the years I’ve watched and all is well. It’s nature, that’s it. Trust the Eagles (TTE) …

[@CoExist64]

@@AngelaS22exactly :)

[@Vixter9261]

I was hoping all along that Jackie would consume her eggs. Apparently, this must have been a first occurrence. The mods always said the eggs would be consumed either by the nest or Ravens as before. Who knew Jackie would be the one. It was fitting. Love you both, J/S ❤.

[@brokenh8911]

❤❤❤ I’m watching from Illinois thank you so much Callie for your beautiful Eagle life videos they’re so amazing to watch such beautiful birds

[@lisareid5662]

I’m watching from Collinsville Illinois. Love Jackie and Shadow. I will follow them always.

[@velolink]

I think she may of intentionally done it to get Shadow 🦅 🥚🥚🥚off the eggs for good. One smart eagle. 🙂

[@oaktreehx9ez]

Recycling the eggs that didn't make it to help form stronger ones that will! ❤😊

[@nancyw.4348]

Better her than scavengers. Thats closure for sure. ❤❤

[@jinx6444]

Poor Jackie 😢

[@GramMooakaRed1]

She’s prepared for this

[@cajbaf]

It's nature

[@jenniferlynn3537]

I, too, worry about Jackie - but not because her eggs didn’t hatch. It’s because it looks like she really needed this meal. With a big storm rolling in, she may have had difficulty spotting fish to catch in the lake. Her crop isn’t bulging like Shadow’s always is - and I fear that arthritic claw of hers makes for difficult fishing. Shadow never seems to be in want of fish - he’s eaten himself to the brim - to the point where he arrives with a healthy uneaten flank of fish that he gives to Jackie so as to not have the portion go to waste. The day after this video, Shadow brought a fish to the nest - and Jackie followed him there. She took it from him before he did his usual bow and “passing it over to her” - which smacks of being so hungry she dispensed with the pleasantries. Even after Jackie ate the fish, she looked like she could have benefitted from a few more carp. There were also a few times over the past month when Jackie was on the nest and making her “food wail” sounds - which to me was an indication she was calling to Shadow to bring her a fresh catch. Or she may have seen Shadow with a fish and was desperately begging for a share of it. 🥺

[@bluevictory1010]

Amimals don't leave waste on the planet like us humans do, they utilize just about everything. Jackie and Shadow put so much into those eggs, and sadly, they didn't hatch. It was a labor of love, bless their hearts. ❤

[@familymajor]

She mourned them and is done! Setting her nest up for the future!❤ Good for her! They are amazing how they deal with LIFE and LOSS! I envy them.

[@karenmetzger354]

Yowza! I've never seen either of them bring in a LOG like that! She's making a statement with that one. 😮

[@karlahoward1811]

I would rather Jackie do that than something else. She is a good mother.

[@SuziQ-py4rn]

You know, who are we as humans to "judge" what animals/birds do? Nature takes care of it's own I think and, they have been nothing but a devoted pair to these eggs... Still, a sad ending, but they are young and have many years (I hope) to try again... Blue skies to Jackie and Shadow stay healthy and we will all be looking forward to next year's clutch... Thank you Cali and all the other FOBBV volunteers for sharing this journey with us...

[@dewbow134]

Totally agree! Well said 👍

[@janetannerevans2320]

her perception of who and what the eggs are is vastly different than ours. This is not surprising.

[@Rainbow-eb1vc]

I think they realized there were no chicks in the eggs.

[@anarodriguez4101]

Jackie not playing around!! She's ready 💜

[@carolbastian7303]

What a harsh but beautiful cycle of life. It has been a joy to watch these majestic birds act with grace and courage during these past months, Thanks to all who made it possible.

[@ccwhit55]

I saw it as it happened live, and I was like, wait, what? Yes, she really did that. Shocking in a way, but I figure that they're smart, they know what they're doing. Nature's animal world will prevail.

[@Sean_1970]

Even in adversity Jackie still consumes I believe in a caring way as she was careful with her feet Talons & I believe she knows for both her & Fluffy head to move on the no viable eggs 🥚 have to dissappear! Love & Light 🚦 Dynamic Duo on next adventure 💯🙏💚🦅🦅

[@reneelorraine]

Thank you ❤️

[@michelleheavenbound716]

Sending Jackie an shadow lots of loves ❤️ an hoping next season is a winner ❣️ may God bless these beloved eagles 💙

[@Mermaid4Ever]

What a fascinating and different and unique season it’s been this year. I’ve been watching this wonderful couple since 2018 and nothing seems to surprise me anymore, but this season did! Looking forward to the next chapter. Fly on Jackie and Shadow!

[@ramadasa77]

Thank you.

[@rebeccafine399]

So many lessons I have learned watching this courageous team and listening to all of your comments! I don’t remember how I happened upon this channel but I’m definitely hooked! An emotional roller coaster! “All I really need to know I learned from Jackie and Shadow” Bless all of you fellow sojourners!

[@wm1349]

It’s their world and as hard as that was no way will I ever question nature. I feel I don’t have the right or training to understand what happened and why. Sorry it happened and praying for their safety and wellbeing in general. Love you Jackie and Shadow, fly free.

[@theck672]

Thank you for the video and update. Very helpful.

[@luisa7068]

Bien por Jachie,ahora si ha terminado el ciclo por esta temporada.La madre naturaleza es sabia.Los seguiremos viendo todos los dias en su territorio,los queremos.🦅🦅💖

[@leighann5308]

The egg shells are full of protein. I feed eggshells to my wild birds

[@margaretcruz7003]

Time to clean up the nest and move on and get ready to welcome summer and new beginnings. Nice video Cali. 😊❤🦅🦅

[@pe1389]

Getting ready for what comes next! Nature in all its wonder. I have throughly enjoyed watching Jackie and Shadows journey.

[@GramMooakaRed1]

Her job is to keep her species going …no more no less… yes it’s hard on them but their hormones and life goals keep them going

[@judysocal8682]

Thanks for the update. I am glad they can now move on and as always I look forward to next year and hope for their success.

[@Sara-rm5ht]

Jackie ❤

[@davidbaker4838]

It all about energy in nature.

[@LauraB-cn6sp]

Nature - wow.

[@storybell]

last year, the ravens got the eggs. makes sense that she would take care of it this time. She's a strong, wise, being.

[@G.Photogirl]

So much to learn about nature, seeing Jackie do this in order to clear the nest of unviable eggs. I'm so glad to see it was not a formed chick. There was another story I read about at another nest (I think it was in West Virginia) where a father killed and ate an eaglet that had already hatched, I'm not saying this to be morose, but want to learn, is this something that ever happens in the natures cycle in the eagle world, Cali Condor? I've never heard of such a thing. 😢 I hope that for Jackie and Shadow they can move on and stay healthy and thrive, with full hope for a safe Summer and promise to try again for eaglets next year. ❤

[@mygirldarby]

There were two nests where male eagles killed and ate their babies this season in nests with cameras. People say it's rare, but two is a lot, considering there aren't that many nests with cameras. How many other nests did it happen that we don't know about? There was a hawk nest where the male killed his baby too this season. There was also a really heartbreaking nest where the parents allowed an aggressive bigger eaglet bonk the smaller one and push him/her away when food came. Thr parents ultimately starved the baby to death. It was horrifying. These animals aren't humans and they do not feel the way humans do. Many people don't understand this.

[@bhowe5162]

Thank you, Cali Condor......Glad Jackie consumed the egg & Shadow and her don't have to fend off Ravens.. .So happy they won't have to endure sitting there in the snow anymore, So thanks again for keeping us updated daily. and showing us this magnificent couple. 🤗

[@robynmorris7945]

This is nature….better than the Ravens having it. Keeping the nest clean

[@jenniferbrooks2540]

shadow would not let go, Jackie did what she had too for everyone's good. shadow would have kept coming back to the nest hoping and hoping.

[@Rainbow-eb1vc]

Poor Shadow was so sad and bewildered. He kept looking at the eggs and thinking about them, not understanding why they wouldn't hatch.

[@francesretes2686]

I must say my stomach turned a little but this is the life of our beloved power couple J&S. 🦅❤️. I wouldn’t be surprised if Fiona runs off with the egg shells. 🐿️ What will the next chapter bring in the book of Jackie and Shadow. 🥰

[@lojo8543]

It's sorta like eating the milk and cookies when Santa never shows up.

[@redthunder2010]

I wish they would find a little better location that has more protection from the elements. ❤ Bless your heart, Jackie & Shadow❤

[@CoExist64]

Alaska has more bald Eagles than any other state. This weather is nothing compared to the cold in Alaska, so they are just fine as this is where they chose to nest :)

[@marycarricaburu3683]

How elslel is she going to clean the nest? What a windstorm

[@sosoc2616]

That's what I was thinking too. The ravens didnt come and the eggs had to go

[@mythoughtwhatyousay1]

Jackie eat her eggs 😳, I didn't know about it. I thought raven or other birds will grab her eggs but Jackie eat them. 😲

[@carolwilliams7052]

👉 When NATURE is working at it's best, NOTHING ever goes to waste !!! Perfect recycling !!!!! 💚🦅💚

[@user-pz4jb4ir9s]

So beautiful & heartfelt & mature of Jackie❣️I’ve been watching for 8 years and this is the first time that I have seen this behavior. It’s LOVE❤

[@cdavis7231]

Nothing goes to waste in nature.❤

[@techshabby0001]

Ending it in spectacular fashion. You're a beast, m'lady. We'll keep rooting for you! Love always, ❤

[@pumpupjam9648]

The eggs have nutrients, so it's good for Jackie, to eat them or at least 1, the broken one she stepped on a few days ago.

[@geraldineclarke5434]

Better luck next time, Jackie. We love you!

[@witchqueen8576]

Love

[@maxsonthonax1020]

See you next year! 🦅🦅👋

[@Kathy_Bennett]

They are excellent eagles. May God bless them and make them fruitful in the upcoming years.

[@CoExist64]

Amen

[@The-ii5mj]

If it's nutritional for her, I'm all for it. She knew they weren't gonna hatch. Jackie amazes me every year❣️🦅 🦅

[@rebeccahover9450]

Was thinking ld be seeing ravens ...not JACKIE. But. SHE and SHADOW went the course and waaay more to hopefully have littles ones. Sadly it didn't happen. We enjoyed tuning in daily and now these awesome eagles shall go forward and when next season is upon them and us, we ll all be watching once again. Wonderful insight this can give a person. SOAR HIGH IN THE SKIES JACKIE N SHADOW ❤❤🙏🙏🦅🦅

[@inekemulder7591]

It’s okay! No sad feelings anymore! I enjoyed the whole period and wish them a succesfull new nest next year. Looking forward to that. The parents took care so very sweetly of their eggs, hasta comerlos. So that no other animals could eat them. Thanks for sharing this. From 9 hours later👋🦅

[@ludmilla728]

Despite the obvious season finale it is very painful to see this, I cry (( Nature has its own rules and laws...Life does not stop - we will wait and hope for a good continuation of the life of the nest. Thank you very much for the opportunity to observe all this from my country Estonia !

[@Frisky1luvv]

Wow.. wat an ending to this story

[@sandistroud7305]

They’re so precious and so committed to each other ❤❤

[@06snydernancy]

Wow that wind!

[@Rainbow-eb1vc]

They do get some very harsh weather in those mountains don't they?

[@funaboutgoats8710]

Судя по желтку, зародыш не развивался.

[@collettelemons8892]

I am so sad for them. This is her way of moving on and accepting that they won't hatch. Now they can try again. Warm hugs Jackie and Shadow.