An adult bald eagle was found struggling in Big Bear Lake before a trained rescue team reached the bird after dark. Dramatic footage follows the eagle from the water to a boat, a transport crate, and specialized rehabilitation care.
While millions of people face air quality alerts, a silent crisis is unfolding in the woods. Beyond the hazy orange sun, wildfire smoke and PM2.5 levels are fundamentally changing wildlife behavior—from stifling bird songs to creating ‘dead zones’ in our lakes. Discover the hidden impact of the current fire season and learn four simple ways you can help local wildlife survive the haze right now.
Relief has finally come for bird watchers as the missing Decorah Eagle DH3 was found and rescued on July 14. After disappearing from the nest cameras for several anxious days, the fledgling is now at SOAR receiving professional care for a right wing issue.
Shadow delivered separate fish to Sandy and Luna before the Big Bear siblings shared a heart-melting moment back at the nest.
Two juvenile bald eagles gathered on the ground near the U.S. Steel nest, where one fed among the brush. Moments after both flew away, a raccoon hurried in to claim the leftovers.