SWFL Eagles M15 brings home prey on October 6, 2026, before spending nearly two hours around his familiar Southwest Florida territory. He ate in the office oak, visited the pond and later settled into the nest tree.
It was the kind of visit that makes the start of a new nesting season feel very close.
M15 first flew into the office oak carrying prey in his talons. His meal appeared to be a squirrel, and he stopped there to eat before moving on to another familiar part of his territory. After lunch, M15 headed for the pond.
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M15 Brings Home Prey, Then Heads to the Pond
M15 flew low toward the water before landing near the shoreline. He took several drinks and then stepped into the shallow water for a foot soak. Instead of immediately flying away, he slowly walked along the edge of the pond and eventually made his way back up the bank.
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His next stop was near the base of the fallen hubcap tree. That is where M15 found something that certainly looked appropriate for October. He began pulling at some fresh-looking moss.
Whether that moss becomes part of a future nest project remains to be seen, but the sight of M15 handling potential nesting material adds another interesting piece to the early-season activity around the territory. His nest tree visit came next.
M15 Returns to the Nest Tree Filled With History
Then he flew to an outer branch of the nest tree, where he settled in to preen and watch over the area.
He looked comfortable there.
M15 has shown strong fidelity to this territory since 2015, and the nest tree has been at the center of some remarkable chapters in his life. For years, it was the home he shared with Harriet. Later, M15 and F23 continued the story there.
Now another season is beginning, and the future is unwritten. Seeing M15 perched on that familiar outer branch brings back plenty of memories, but this visit was also about what could come next. He remains active around the territory, appears strong, and continues returning to the places that have been part of his life for years. The biggest question is whether a female will ultimately choose to build a new chapter with him at this nest.
M15 Nest Tree Visit Brings Hope for a New Eagle Season
There was no dramatic nest-building session during this visit. There did not need to be. M15 spent time feeding, drinking, caring for his feathers, exploring the ground and keeping watch from the nest tree. Those ordinary moments offer a glimpse of an eagle settling back into the rhythm of his territory.
After everything this nest has seen, there is something encouraging about simply watching M15 return. The nest tree still matters to him. And as Southwest Florida moves deeper into bald eagle nesting season, every visit could offer another clue about where M15’s next chapter will unfold. For now, he looks right at home.
The video was uploaded and shared by Lady Hawk on YouTube. The live streaming experience is provided by Dick Pritchett Real Estate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did M15 bring to the office oak?
The prey appeared to be a squirrel. M15 carried it into the office oak and ate before heading toward the pond.
How long was M15 around the territory?
M15 spent nearly two hours around the area during the October 6 visit, including time near the office oak, pond and nest tree.
What was M15 doing with the moss?
M15 pulled at moss near the fallen hubcap tree. With nesting season beginning, the behavior was interesting to see, although it remains to be seen what role the material may play.
Does M15 still visit the nest tree?
Yes. M15 continues to return to the nest tree and surrounding territory. During this visit, he perched on an outer branch, preened and watched over the area.
Happy to see and read about M15 Have followed nest for many years, with all its joys and sorrows. M15 looks strong and debonair!! Thank you Lady Hawk for your report. Fingers crossed!
Thank you Lady Hawk. I’ve been watching SWFL Eagle cams since Ozzie and Harriet! I simply love eagles!