Big Bear Valley elementary students named two recently hatched bald eagle chicks, Sunny and Gizmo, following a naming contest that received over 54,000 submissions. The contest is part of an outreach initiative by Friends of Big Bear Valley, which manages live webcams to allow viewers to observe the eagles and their nest. This year, naming rights were extended to students in grades 3 to 5. The eaglets, who are growing rapidly and showing greater curiosity, are expected to fledge within a couple of months, marking a significant milestone in their development.
The naming contest for the two bald eagle chicks, Sunny and Gizmo, attracted over 54,000 name submissions from the community, highlighting significant engagement and interest.
Big Bear Valley students in grades 3 through 5 named the eaglets as part of a broader educational outreach about bald eagles, showcasing the importance of wildlife education.
The surviving eaglets, expected to fledge in a couple of months, are no longer just chicks but developing healthy individuals that are curious and more aware of their surroundings.
The nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley maintains a live-streaming webcam that allows people worldwide to observe the eagles and their nest, fostering a connection with wildlife.
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