Big Bear’s favorite feathery couple is one step closer to reaching empty-nester status after one of their offspring took flight on Monday. But now that Sunny is out of the nest, what comes next?

Sunny stunned fans who tuned in to the Friends of Big Bear Valley’s (FBBV) eagle cam when she took to the skies and soared above the mountain community Monday morning. According to Sandy Steers, Director of FBBV, the young eagle was spotted at a nearby tree, not too far from home.

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“Sunny is likely to come back, but we aren’t sure,” Steers said. “It’s up to her.”

The nonprofit’s director said it isn’t unusual for young eagles to return to mom and dad shortly after taking flight as they adjust to their new independence.

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