Fans were able to welcome the two new chicks to the world over the weekend thanks to a web camera maintained by the nonprofit Friends of the Big Bear Valley (FOBBV).
Here’s some background information so you can be the resident Bald Eagle expert in your office.
When did Jackie lay her eggs?
The eggs that hatched this season were actually the second clutch laid by Jackie.
The first two were laid on January 23 and 26, but unfortunately ravens breached the eggs while Mom and Dad were away. About a month later, Jackie laid an additional clutch on February 24 and 27. Pip watch began on March 31 for these eggs.
When did the eggs hatch?
The first pip, or crack, actually came on April 3 for egg number one. Egg number two’s pip was just one day behind. The first chick hatched on April 4 while the second chick emerged the following day.
When was the first feeding?
Hatching is not an easy feat, and the chicks have to do it all on their own. Mom and Dad do not typically help.
