The Sydney Olympic Park nest has a new star: sea eagle chick SE37 has finally arrived! At 4:08 AM on August 13, 2026, Lady and Dad welcomed their first hatchling of the season, and the tiny chick is already capturing hearts on the live cam.
Video recorded and shared by Bea’s Binoculars on YouTube.
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EagleCAM reported the first glimpse of SE37 out of the shell in the early hours of the morning. A few hours later, Lady gave viewers a spectacular view: a full look at the newly hatched chick as it wobbled beneath her in the nest bowl. It was a first look that did not disappoint.
Sydney Olympic Park Reveals Sea Eagle Chick SE37
Lady had been settled over the clutch when she suddenly decided the nest needed attention. Even with a newly hatched chick tucked beneath her, Lady began shifting greenery and sticks. These “nestorations” provided the perfect window for viewers to see the newborn.
As Lady stood up, the scene was clear. There was the second egg, still intact, and beside it was SE37, completely free from its shell. After almost 24 hours of watching the pip progress, the enormous job of hatching was finally complete.
Watch Sea Eagle Chick SE37 During Morning Nestorations
Lady only stayed standing for about a minute, but the young eagle made the most of the moment. The newborn tried to move around the nest bowl, though its movements were more “bobblehead” than graceful. Sea eagle chick SE37 worked hard to lift its heavy head, holding it up for just a second before gravity caused a spectacular little flop.
For viewers who have spent weeks examining every mark on the shells, watching sea eagle chick SE37 begin its life was a momentous occasion. Lady laid the eggs three days apart (July 3 and July 6), so we are now officially on “Pip Watch” for the second egg, which is expected within the next 72 hours.
Welcome to the world, sea eagle chick SE37! 🦅
Frequently Asked Questions
What time did sea eagle chick SE37 hatch?
Sea eagle chick SE37 was first observed completely out of its shell at 4:08 AM on August 13, 2026 (Sydney time). This followed several hours of “Pip Watch” where viewers monitored the egg for signs of movement.
When is the second sea eagle egg expected to hatch?
Lady laid the two eggs three days apart (July 3 and July 6). Based on this timeline, the second egg is expected to hatch within roughly 72 hours of SE37, placing the next hatch watch window around August 15 or 16.
How can you tell Lady and Dad apart?
On the Sydney Olympic Park nest cam, Lady (the female) is significantly larger than Dad (the male). Lady also performs the majority of the incubation and brooding at night, while they share duties during the day.
What is the typical incubation period for White-bellied Sea Eagles?
The incubation period for White-bellied Sea Eagles usually lasts about 40 to 42 days. For the 2026 season at Sydney Olympic Park, hatching began approximately 41 days after the first egg was laid.
What an adorable little bobble head! Waiting for #2! I’m so happy I found this nest.❤