Avian flu confirmed as cause of death for California bald eagle Jackie

Avian flu confirmed as cause of death for California bald eagle Jackie

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A necropsy confirmed that highly pathogenic avian influenza killed Jackie, a bald eagle that had been observed through a live-stream nest camera near Big Bear Lake, California, according to KSL News. Earlier, a necropsy report said the virus caused a severe stomach ulcer, internal bleeding and bacterial sepsis, and noted that the eagle died in August, according to Yahoo.

Actors

Jackie (bald eagle) Steve Kubiski San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance California Department of Fish and Wildlife Meghan Hertel U.S. Forest Service

Locations

Big Bear Lake, California, United States San Diego, California, United States California, United States

Articles

October 16, 2026
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Bird flu kills California bald eagle that was monitored online
Bird flu kills California bald eagle that was monitored online

KSL News • 16 Oct 00:17

A necropsy confirmed that highly pathogenic avian influenza caused the death of Jackie, a bald eagle that had been observed through a live-stream nest camera near Big Bear Lake.

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October 15, 2026
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Autopsy Finds Bird Flu Was Primary Cause of Eagle Jackie’s Death
Autopsy Finds Bird Flu Was Primary Cause of Eagle Jackie’s Death

The Washington Post • 15 Oct 19:29

An investigation confirmed that pathogenic avian influenza was the main factor in the decline and death of Jackie, a well-known bald eagle cared for at the Ojai Raptor Center.

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Necropsy reveals multiple factors behind death of viral Big Bear bald eagle Jackie
Necropsy reveals multiple factors behind death of viral Big Bear bald eagle Jackie

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 15 Oct 15:04

A necropsy conducted by California wildlife officials determined that the viral bald eagle known as Jackie died from a combination of highly pathogenic avian influenza, injuries, bacterial infection and exposure to contaminants.

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Necropsy reveals avian flu as cause of death for California bald eagle Jackie
Necropsy reveals avian flu as cause of death for California bald eagle Jackie

USA Today • 15 Oct 03:39

A necropsy confirmed that highly pathogenic avian influenza caused severe stomach ulcer, internal bleeding and bacterial sepsis, leading to the death of the livestreamed bald eagle Jackie in August.

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Necropsy finds avian flu caused death of California bald eagle Jackie
Necropsy finds avian flu caused death of California bald eagle Jackie

Yahoo • 15 Oct 03:39

A necropsy report confirmed that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza led to severe stomach ulcer, internal bleeding and bacterial sepsis, causing the death of the livestreamed bald eagle Jackie in August.

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Bird flu identified as primary cause of death for Big Bear bald eagle Jackie
Bird flu identified as primary cause of death for Big Bear bald eagle Jackie

Los Angeles Times • 15 Oct 03:28

California wildlife officials said highly pathogenic avian influenza was the main factor in the decline and death of the bald eagle known as Jackie, whose remains were cremated to prevent disease spread.

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Avian flu identified as primary cause of death of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie
Avian flu identified as primary cause of death of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie

CBS News • 15 Oct 01:14

California wildlife officials said a necropsy showed highly pathogenic avian influenza caused severe stomach ulceration, internal bleeding and secondary infection that led to the death of a 14-year-old bald eagle rescued from Big Bear Lake.

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