Jackie and Shadow’s eaglets practice stomping and flapping
Jackie and Shadow's eaglets, Sandy and Luna, are developing essential skills in their nest. The chicks are practicing wing-flapping and stomping, which are crucial for their future flying and hunting abilities. Although they are growing quickly, they will not fledge until they are 10 to 14 weeks old.
- ▪Sandy and Luna have been practicing wing-flapping to develop their pectoral muscles.
- ▪The eaglets are also stomping to learn how to pin down prey, an instinctual behavior for raptors.
- ▪Jackie and Shadow's nest is livestreamed by Friends of Big Bear Valley, attracting millions of viewers.
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Environment Animals Wildlife Birds Jackie and Shadow’s eaglets practice stomping and flapping Sandy and Luna are working on important skills in the nest. By Popular Science Team Published May 16, 2026 4:15 PM EDT Add Popular Science (opens in a new tab) More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Sandy and Luna, looking very grown up. Image: Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV) Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Email address Sign up Thank you! Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The babies are growing up.
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