LOS ANGELES - It's a heartwarming milestone for the beloved Big Bear bald eagle family.

Sunny, one of two female eaglets, successfully took her first flight on Monday, venturing out into the world for all to see.

Her sister, Gizmo, observed the momentous occasion, and Sunny was later spotted perching nearby, marking a significant step in her development.

What we know:

At 10:46 a.m. this morning, eaglet Sunny successfully fledged from the upper Y-branch of her nest, Sandy Steers, executive director of Friends of Big Bear Valley shared on social media.

Sunny was observed catching the wind with her wings and allowing them to carry her as she jumped. Sunny then circled back around toward Shadow and Jackie's favorite roost tree.

Her sibling, Gizmo, watched the entire event from right

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