"The first chick hatched late Saturday at 11:33 p.m. while the second emerged Sunday at 8:30 a.m., according to Friends of Big Bear Valley, the nonprofit group that oversees the couple's webcam."
"The livestream is believed to be the most viewed of any year-round nature cams on YouTube, showcasing the couple's journey since they began mating in 2018."
"Observers spotted what appeared to be a pip - or breach in the eggshell - on Friday, with hatching typically occurring 24 to 48 hours after the first pip."
"Webcam viewers will have a short window to catch the two eaglets before they leave the nest, as it takes 10 to 14 weeks for them to fledge."
Jackie and Shadow, a pair of bald eagles, hatched two eaglets over Easter weekend, attracting 2.5 million viewers on social media. The first eaglet hatched late Saturday, followed by the second on Sunday morning. The couple has been under constant observation since 2018, making them popular figures on morning TV and YouTube. Local third graders will name the eaglets, which will fledge in 10 to 14 weeks. This successful hatching follows a previous loss of a clutch due to raven predation.
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