Big Bear eagle Jackie recovering well after CT scan, biopsy and successful anesthesia
"Today was a significant day," the Ojai Raptor Center said.
Big Bear's beloved bald eagle Jackie had a "significant day" on Wednesday, according to officials.
"She underwent further advanced diagnostics, including a contrast CT scan and bone marrow biopsy," the Ojai Raptor Center said in a statement. "She recovered well from anesthesia and is back in her recovery enclosure receiving supplemental oxygen."
The wildlife center said its veterinary team along with an advisory council and consulting specialists are reviewing the findings alongside Jackie's previous test results.
"Additional lab work is still pending. We will share a more comprehensive update once we have had the opportunity to review everything," the Raptor Center said, referring to Jackie as "Patient 26-519."
After Jackie was rescued, experts said she was anemic with inflammation affecting her kidneys. She received a life-saving blood transfusion from a fellow female eagle named Spirit, who is a resident at CALM Zoo in Bakersfield.
"Thank you for your continued encouragement and support as we work to give Patient 26-519 the very best care we can," the Raptor Center said.
Jackie is one half of the beloved bald eagle couple captured on Friends of Big Bear Valley's (FOBBV) live nest camera with her partner, Shadow.
