FOBBV🦅Spring Snow Storm❄️Jackie Buried In Snow❄️Shadow's Waterproof Feathers On Display😊2024-03-30

Video courtesy of @FOBBVCAM friendsofbigbearvalley.org
The opinions presented do not necessarily reflect the opinions of FOBBV.
A powerful spring snow storm delivered about 8-14 inches of snow thus far. The main low pressure system will arrive tonight into Sunday, bringing additional 4-8 inches. More details: bensweather.com/
Bald Eagles are well equipped for cold weather. They have over 7000 contour feathers. They keep them waterproof by spreading the preen oil from the Uropygial Gland located at the base of the tail.
🥚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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  • @leezirkle7840
    @leezirkle78402 ай бұрын

    Jackie gets Mom of the Year award and Shadow is just an angel. So peaceful watching him close up like that sleeping. I do see they are indeed waterproof.

  • @pamelakuhlman8481

    @pamelakuhlman8481

    2 ай бұрын

    Birds have an oil gland at the base of their tails. When they groom their feathers, they get a bit of the oil in their beaks and then groom each feather with the oil. That is what the reason is for water resistant feathers.

  • @Aquafishy204

    @Aquafishy204

    2 ай бұрын

    @@pamelakuhlman8481❤

  • @ljutvi886

    @ljutvi886

    2 ай бұрын

    Mom of the year is for moms that have babies

  • @katyeamichael2284

    @katyeamichael2284

    2 ай бұрын

    She is surrounded in this big donut of snow that Im sure protects them from the wind and insulates them as well. She actually looks pretty cozy & happy which helps me to know they are going to get thru this with no issues! Go Jackie & Shadow!! You Rock!!❤Think Spring!

  • @disieg1160
    @disieg11602 ай бұрын

    Some might think watching a sleeping Eagle for 10 minutes is like watching paint dry. I beg to differ...that was the most beautiful scene. The slow breaths, the sleepy eyes. It brought tears to my eyes. Beautiful.

  • @MillieCassara-jt4fn
    @MillieCassara-jt4fn2 ай бұрын

    I love it when Jackie calls, Shadow comes running. Wish I could say the same for my husband.😊 What love they have for each other. So inspiring.

  • @miglena2s

    @miglena2s

    Ай бұрын

  • @joycejaksa3737
    @joycejaksa37372 ай бұрын

    Such dedication and strength. Humans should be more like these two angels.

  • @miglena2s

    @miglena2s

    Ай бұрын

  • @acechatterbox
    @acechatterbox2 ай бұрын

    You have no idea how much confidence and courage it gives me to watch these two hold, warm, defend and love a nest and life together. Ayez courage mon eagles! Who says we can't learn from animals? They teach us everything!

  • @pamelakuhlman8481

    @pamelakuhlman8481

    2 ай бұрын

    Perhaps that is because we too, are members of the animal world.

  • @miglena2s

    @miglena2s

    Ай бұрын

  • @takemetothesea6238
    @takemetothesea62382 ай бұрын

    Jackie & Shadow...my two favorite snow angels. ❄💨🦅💙🦅💤

  • @horizon1294

    @horizon1294

    2 ай бұрын

    🎉

  • @debbiestrasburger2079
    @debbiestrasburger20792 ай бұрын

    You can even see Shadow breathing …. That is awesome ! God is great !

  • @miglena2s

    @miglena2s

    Ай бұрын

  • @aprilclodfelter318
    @aprilclodfelter3182 ай бұрын

    We love you Jackie and Shadow ❤❤ all those water beads on Shadow looks like a coat of diamonds ❤❤

  • @seraphtarot8610
    @seraphtarot86102 ай бұрын

    I love watching their daily routine, so natural, and feel very blessed to be a small part of it through viewing and learning ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @dorothysekellick612

    @dorothysekellick612

    2 ай бұрын

    It’s actually quite extraordinary that we get to witness the love, compassion, loyalty & strong commitment they both have for each other! It’s inspiring and beautiful! 💕

  • @Jonathan-jw1ch
    @Jonathan-jw1ch2 ай бұрын

    That's one spring snow , take care and stay strong, beautiful Jackie! Your inspiration and dedications are simply amazing!🎉 Hopefully we get to see better days ahead! Thx for sharing Cali!🎉

  • @leonardagonzalez8333

    @leonardagonzalez8333

    2 ай бұрын

    😢😢💔

  • @mrs.cookie5610
    @mrs.cookie56102 ай бұрын

    I love the way Shadow got in the nest , snuggled up and went to sleep.

  • @tekarock
    @tekarock2 ай бұрын

    I was also concerned about the weight of the snow on the nest. It’s amazing how these beautiful eagles really captivate your heart. I woke up few times last night to check on her. 😊 Sending our warm sunny day, in Australia, to you 🙂

  • @doloressanchez9477
    @doloressanchez94772 ай бұрын

    The love, commitment that Shadow and Jackie have is amazing! I know the eggs aren’t viable but boy she is truly committed to them! I wish them well and God Bless 🙏✝️🙏

  • @mcluu7956
    @mcluu79562 ай бұрын

    The water droplets look like diamonds glistening on his back. Just beautiful! Thank you Cali.

  • @nmt2893
    @nmt28932 ай бұрын

    Love the extreme closeups. It's so wild to be that close to them.

  • @AZ-Sharon
    @AZ-Sharon2 ай бұрын

    Thank you CaliCondor for those amazing excerpts from their day!

  • @Josephe-Anne
    @Josephe-Anne2 ай бұрын

    It's amazing how they endure this year after year! ❤🦅

  • @minoububu
    @minoububu2 ай бұрын

    Shadow looks so cute when he's asleep 😍. And the shimmer of the snowflakes on his plumage is beautiful ☺️.

  • @daniellemmeldru1721
    @daniellemmeldru17212 ай бұрын

    Such a priceless look with beak in the snow sleeping 🦅🦅❣️❣️❣️

  • @laurela.6327
    @laurela.63272 ай бұрын

    I almost fell into sleep myself watching Shadow, it was so calming and beautiful💖💖💖

  • @theck672
    @theck6722 ай бұрын

    We love you dear, precious Jackie and Shadow❣️🦅🦅❤❤🙏🙏

  • @veronicastewart1112
    @veronicastewart11122 ай бұрын

    It breaks my heart to see Jackie nestling in with those eggs, knowing that they won't hatch. We could all learn about perseverance and self-sacrifice from her. It's miraculous how a single bird can teach thousands of people.

  • @shannon2003
    @shannon20032 ай бұрын

    The beads of water on Shadow look like diamonds.

  • @beckyfinley5218
    @beckyfinley52182 ай бұрын

    Love, love, love the close up of Shadow sleeping with his rhinestone covered feathers.

  • @margaretcruz7003
    @margaretcruz70032 ай бұрын

    Great close-up of Shadow with his eyes closed and his beak buried in the snow. ❤😢

  • @w.s.9295
    @w.s.92952 ай бұрын

    Such fabulous close up shots, finally a peaceful moment for such hardworking parents. Thank you for sharing these wonderful videos.

  • @TheEmaile
    @TheEmaile2 ай бұрын

    Imagine if they had 3 young ones to shelter from this snow storm!

  • @dorothyfarley8302

    @dorothyfarley8302

    2 ай бұрын

    I was wondering the same thing. I think the weather this winter may have something to do with the eggs not hatching also.😢

  • @miglena2s

    @miglena2s

    Ай бұрын

    Whatever it takes! ❤

  • @lisat9802
    @lisat98022 ай бұрын

    Sweet sweet Jackie, still protecting her precious eggs from the storm. Shadows water beads were amazing, he is the most handsome eagle man on the planet.♥♥

  • @bhowe5162
    @bhowe51622 ай бұрын

    Great, wonderful close ups of Shadow's waterproof feathers. Thanks again, Cali Condor for all you show us, of their daily lives & dedication to each other.🤗

  • @pumpupjam9648
    @pumpupjam96482 ай бұрын

    Shadow, just glistens!

  • @MikeBoler
    @MikeBoler2 ай бұрын

    I could watch this amazing creature sleep in well deserved peace all day. 🎉

  • @susanmerrell4304
    @susanmerrell43042 ай бұрын

    Excellent camera work FOBBV/Cali Condor! Gorgeous close-ups of Shadow with the glistening snow and water droplets then his eye opening and closing (is that because he was aware of planes maybe from the USAF base?). The clips of Jackie were funny. All n all, entertaining, educational and delightful to watch. I felt like I was there in their world. Thanks.

  • @DebbyMorris14
    @DebbyMorris142 ай бұрын

    That was so worth watching, I’ve never seen either one rest like that so sound, & carefree. They both keep me speechless , I’m just so captured in their world, of EVERYTHING about them! So fascinating to see what each day brings & how they go about it! Way better than some humans for sure! J.&S., you both are so loved, & we are so blessed to know you phenomenal bald eagles! 🙏❣️

  • @robynperdieu3434
    @robynperdieu34342 ай бұрын

    I was imagining myself as J and how serene I felt snuggled in the bowl, feathers keeping me warm and dry with the sun gently warm on my face. You can't buy this! 🦅🌲🐟🇺🇲

  • @diane9501
    @diane95012 ай бұрын

    So sad to see their dedication for the eggs is not rewarded again this season, but their love & dedication for each other will carry them through to more successful seasons❤

  • @trishabaran1521

    @trishabaran1521

    2 ай бұрын

    I know! So many of us are just so heartbroken 💔 for them . If anyone deserves to be parents it’s them . Such love 💕 & dedication toward those eggs 💕🦅💕💔😢

  • @netsworld
    @netsworld2 ай бұрын

    That lady will be sure one good momma. It’s amazing how dedicated they both are to one another. Humans are not always that dedicated. Burrrr. Makes me cold just watching 😊

  • @pdxwildchildroberts5586
    @pdxwildchildroberts55862 ай бұрын

    What amazing undying dedication💯💜💜💜

  • @sharon2434
    @sharon24342 ай бұрын

    As hard as it is to see Jackie buried completely in snow,i think its probably warm inside the igloo type shelter with Jackie's body heat and waterproof feathers..im praying for warm sunny weather.

  • @allisonponzo5963
    @allisonponzo59632 ай бұрын

    Aw so sweet seeing Shadow napping in the sun and snow. Great close ups. I wish they would just go take a vacation together. I’m surprised their instincts are t telling them the eggs aren’t viable and it’s okay to give up.

  • @MiTmite9
    @MiTmite92 ай бұрын

    When I woke up this morning, I didn't think I'd be watching a Bald eagle sleeping sleeping sleeping in the snow. Quite restful and inspiring, too.

  • @gjerrildkro
    @gjerrildkro2 ай бұрын

    OMG. Blessed Angels in the aerie.

  • @barbaramercer8395
    @barbaramercer83952 ай бұрын

    Omg this video is priceless I didn’t expect it when she popped her head up out of snow , she just made me smile , her endurance is strength for us all , Happy Easter, Jackie and shadow you truly are a blessing.😇

  • @silviacoste3761
    @silviacoste37612 ай бұрын

    ❤❤❤❤if we just learn a little of resilience like them.

  • @SuziQ-py4rn
    @SuziQ-py4rn2 ай бұрын

    How my heart breaks for these two beautiful birds..... I know that snow can be an insulator, but it's very hard to watch her being buried in it... What they are teaching about life and love at it's most basic level... Love these 2.....

  • @jacquicoder7160
    @jacquicoder71602 ай бұрын

    That snow is just incredible. I looked at the nest this morning and saw Jackie just almost buried in it. I must admit to first wondering if she was alive because she wasn't moving at all. Thankfully, I could scroll back on the livestream a bit and see that she had been moving around. I love how Shadow was enjoying a nap and the waterproof feathers are amazing. I also was in awe of the way they blink from the bottom up instead of the top down like us humans, as he slowly opened and closed his eyes. Thanks for another great video, Cali. You are awesome.😊

  • @user-gz8nj6ed7y

    @user-gz8nj6ed7y

    2 ай бұрын

    I was thinking the same thing about his lower eye lid going up to close and open. Not from the top down as humans. I cannot express my feelings enough of how much I love Jackie and Shadow. Thanks to everyone involved in bringing this to us.

  • @parakeet8157
    @parakeet81572 ай бұрын

    A Mother's love😊 Still those nasty ravens😮

  • @steemdup
    @steemdup2 ай бұрын

    I knew a storm was coming to Big Bear but I did not know it would be this severe. I dread to think how the bobbles would have fared, even with Jackie and Shadow brooding. Not only keeping the eaglets warm, but also fed. I'm relieved that Jackie and Shadow are old enough to take care of themselves in harsh weather conditions, like today. 💖🦅🦅💓

  • @starbabyonline
    @starbabyonline2 ай бұрын

    I was watching live when the water droplets extreme closeup happened and was hoping you'd make a video including that! ❤ It was pretty incredible. Thank you as always for these!

  • @Discobaby988
    @Discobaby9882 ай бұрын

    Wow, Jackie & Shadow need a roof on that nest, geez! ❤

  • @catherine9515
    @catherine95152 ай бұрын

    I like “Snow Angels” I think that’s perfect.

  • @PatriciaHain-uw8vx
    @PatriciaHain-uw8vx2 ай бұрын

    Mother Nature at its finest!

  • @KimCooney1
    @KimCooney12 ай бұрын

    I believe that Shadow is dreaming of babies, you can zoom on the water droplets and almost see what he's dreaming 😌

  • @magdalenarodriguez3652
    @magdalenarodriguez36522 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful close up they both are gorgeous !❤ this couple melt my heart, I wish at least one egg could hatche!! They have been working soo hard!! 😢

  • @baronepam
    @baronepam2 ай бұрын

    The exotic Diamond-back Eagle.

  • @gerin.6418
    @gerin.64182 ай бұрын

    J💘S 🦅❤ BEST. VIDEO. EVER. ❤🦅J💘S

  • @MikeBoler
    @MikeBoler2 ай бұрын

    It would be so nice if these two beauties could catch a break for more than half a minute. Still, their patience, endurance and loving devotion to one another is awe-inspiring. It's humbling to watch. ❤❤😊

  • @mariaparra8025
    @mariaparra80252 ай бұрын

    Happy Easter 🐰🐇🐣 gorgeous Jackie and awesome dad ❤️🦅❤️🦅🙏🙏

  • @theck672
    @theck6722 ай бұрын

    Wow … that is intense … thanks for the update and video … we love you sweet eagles 🦅 🦅❤❤🙏🙏

  • @jangloss6837
    @jangloss68372 ай бұрын

    What awesome shots of these guys, they are so beautiful. ❤

  • @kristins198
    @kristins1982 ай бұрын

    Thank you for posting this video Cali! :D I missed the close up of Shadow. That is so amazing how the water beads up like that. I was in awe. They are amazing creatures. Jackie and Shadow are so beautiful.

  • @Odannyboy96
    @Odannyboy962 ай бұрын

    This season has been a tough one! Hoping spring arrives soon for these two.😮

  • @spiritualmatterscda1309
    @spiritualmatterscda13092 ай бұрын

    I love Jackie! ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @dianakaykenyon7760
    @dianakaykenyon77602 ай бұрын

    the nest & fluff will provide better protection than being on a limb...amazing stamina!

  • @artepjan
    @artepjan2 ай бұрын

    so amazing to watch them also the hydrophobic feathers with thousands of tiny water droplets looks absolutely wonderful, they look like an evening gown

  • @ute3349
    @ute33492 ай бұрын

    Wow 🌨❄ Happy and blessed Easter 🐇 💐 💕And once again unique pictures. A very nice Easter gift. Cali 😍

  • @TheEmaile
    @TheEmaile2 ай бұрын

    I gasped when I clicked on the cam today. Poor babies. Took some nice screenshots of them buried, though. Especially of Shadow since he’s not usually a snowy nester. The start of this video with the usual arrow label cracked me up. It was really needed! 😆

  • @Sean_1970
    @Sean_19702 ай бұрын

    Staggering! The amount of snow 🌨 The clocks just went forward today in UK! Love & Light Dynamic Duo.. Happy Easter 👌🦅🍀👍

  • @CoExist64
    @CoExist642 ай бұрын

    Absolutely amazing! Been watching for a couple of years now and they still amaze me. Trust the eagles, they are just fine. Love ya Jackie and Shadow, God bless ❤ Happy Easter!

  • @mariaparra8025
    @mariaparra80252 ай бұрын

    💦💦💦💦💦💔💔💔💔tears broken hearts 💔 to watch great mom take care of the eggs blessings precious eagles 🦅❤️🦅❤️🙏🙏

  • @materodr1
    @materodr12 ай бұрын

  • @lindabyington377

    @lindabyington377

    2 ай бұрын

  • @margaretmaljevac3592
    @margaretmaljevac35922 ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness the 30th and covered in snow, poor couple never getting a break...

  • @bartleg81
    @bartleg812 ай бұрын

    Bedazzled Shadow!

  • @honusmom5144
    @honusmom51442 ай бұрын

    Shadow sparkles in real life, as we all knew he did even without the melted snow on him. 😊

  • @nicoleterio2963
    @nicoleterio29632 ай бұрын

    The weather this season has been very harsh

  • @catherine9515
    @catherine95152 ай бұрын

    I call this commitment.

  • @lillianarmbrust7821
    @lillianarmbrust7821Ай бұрын

    She's so devoted!

  • @sherrystephenson2310
    @sherrystephenson23102 ай бұрын

    Beautiful closeup of Shadow!

  • @WhiteDragon110AC
    @WhiteDragon110AC2 ай бұрын

    My grandmother is a federally licensed birder in the state of Connecticut and I gave her the link to see this beautiful eagle couple and she said that all the snow even though Jackie and Shadow were incubating has a huge impact on the eggs and is convinced that the snow and temperatures are the reason why the 3 eggs have not hatched . I do not think Shadow or Jackie are sterile I think my grandmother is right , I think it has to do with the weather too .

  • @cindythomas5895
    @cindythomas58952 ай бұрын

    Are you kidding me !!! More snow 😢unbelievable !!

  • @nancyculliton1540
    @nancyculliton15402 ай бұрын

    They think they are alive so I’m going to believe them 🙏 Patience and instinct. A Resurrection day surprise 😇😊? I ❤️ them. 🙏woohoo

  • @lindaadelwerth8042

    @lindaadelwerth8042

    2 ай бұрын

    @nancyculliton Eggs aren't viable

  • @leticias520
    @leticias5202 ай бұрын

    Aww my sweet girl 🥰🥰🥰

  • @thaily1977
    @thaily19772 ай бұрын

    Helo tuyệt vời quá ❤❤

  • @margaretcruz7003
    @margaretcruz70032 ай бұрын

    So much snow. They seem happier on sunny days. They love Big Bear Lake and Valley. It’s their home. ❤

  • @lenawalther485
    @lenawalther4852 ай бұрын

    Какое чудо.

  • @smgenett3870
    @smgenett38702 ай бұрын

    wow! is the past several weeks...since incubating eggs...more snow than is typical for the area? feel like every 2-3 weeks the nest gets buried...Thx Cali

  • @lorettaevans7179
    @lorettaevans71792 ай бұрын

    Such beauty!

  • @birutal4511
    @birutal45112 ай бұрын

    Jackie is covered in spring snow, Thanks Cali Condor

  • @Sara-rm5ht
    @Sara-rm5ht2 ай бұрын

    Wow!!! Jackie ❤

  • @lindaadelwerth8042
    @lindaadelwerth80422 ай бұрын

    Love Me Some Shadow!

  • @luisa7068
    @luisa70682 ай бұрын

    Que paz me ha inspirado Shadow.Los adoro.🦅🦅❤️

  • @phyllisgolden1780
    @phyllisgolden17802 ай бұрын

    WOW just Wow! 🦅❤️🦅❤️

  • @ildiko1vt
    @ildiko1vt2 ай бұрын

    oh my goodness! when will this relentless snow end out there? poor Jackie!! i feel for her plight. she so wants those eggs to hatch.

  • @leticias520
    @leticias5202 ай бұрын

    Aww Shadow fell comfortably 🥰🥰

  • @ramadasa77
    @ramadasa772 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @matthewhibbard9807
    @matthewhibbard98072 ай бұрын

    Jackie looked like her feathers were bedazzled.

  • @suedeffler7344
    @suedeffler734424 күн бұрын

    A nxiety 😊

  • @gailsleeth7947
    @gailsleeth79472 ай бұрын

    Happy Easter to all! J & S are working so hard to incubate the eggs. Sad but maybe next season??💋

  • @Clover5419
    @Clover54192 ай бұрын

    Peek a boo….lol

  • @robynmorris7945
    @robynmorris79452 ай бұрын

    Jackie, buried AGAIN !!

  • @suewilson1801
    @suewilson18012 ай бұрын

    These poor eagles, and no babies.

  • @CoExist64

    @CoExist64

    2 ай бұрын

    They are fine, they are built for this weather and as you can see, they’re not bothered by it.