Watch the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam (SWFL) from Southwest Florida and follow M15 at the famous bald eagle nest. This page features three SWFL Eagle Cam views, including the main cam, Cam 3, and the 4K cam, along with season updates, nest history, and FAQs.
2025–2026 Season at a Glance
- E26 hatched: December 18, 2025
- F23 last seen: February 27, 2026
- F23 presumed dead: March 4, 2026
- E26 fledged: March 10, 2026
- M15: remained in the territory as E26 became independent
Cam 3
main cam
4k cam
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Typical Season Timeline
- Nestoration: late October-November; sticks, rails, soft grass & moss
- Egg window: typically November, with increased nest work and time near the nest bowl
- Hatch window: about 35 days after an egg is laid
- Fledge window: about 10-12 weeks after hatch
- Post-fledge: young eagles continue learning to fly, find food, and become independent
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2025-2026 SWFL Eagle Season Recap
- Egg #1: laid November 13, 2025, and hatched December 18 as E26.
- Egg #2: laid November 15, 2025, but did not hatch.
- F23: last seen February 27, 2026. On March 4, nest operators announced that she was presumed dead after credible reports of a deceased eagle found less than two miles from the nest.
- E26 fledged: March 10, 2026, at about 6:32 p.m. ET.
- M15: continued delivering food and defending the territory as E26 developed into an independent young eagle.
Meet M15 & Remembering F23
- M15: A veteran bald eagle known for his nest building, hunting, territorial defense, and dedication as a parent. In 2026, he continued caring for E26 after F23 disappeared.
- F23: M15’s mate during the 2025-2026 nesting season and mother of E26. She helped raise E26 until her disappearance in late February 2026 and was presumed dead in early March.
How to Watch the SWFL Eagle Cams
- Three camera views: This page includes the main SWFL Eagle Cam, Cam 3, and the 4K cam.
- Playback: When available, use the DVR bar to rewind and catch earlier nest activity.
- Audio: Wind can sometimes mask vocalizations. Try the 4K cam for another view and audio option.
- Local time: The nest is in Southwest Florida and operates on Eastern Time (ET).
SWFL Eagle Nest History & Notable Moments
- Nest building: Watch for M15 carrying and positioning sticks, grasses, and other nesting material as breeding season approaches.
- Food deliveries: Fish are a major part of the eagles’ diet, along with other prey found throughout Southwest Florida.
- 2026 milestone: After the loss of F23, M15 continued caring for E26 until the young eagle fledged on March 10, 2026.
- Wildlife visitors: Other birds and wildlife can occasionally appear around the nest tree and surrounding habitat.
Southwest Florida Eagle Cam FAQs
Q: How many Southwest Florida Eagle Cams are on this page?
A: There are three camera views on this page: the main SWFL Eagle Cam, Cam 3, and the 4K cam.
Q: What happened to F23?
A: F23 was last seen on February 27, 2026. On March 4, Southwest Florida Eagle Cam operators announced that she was presumed dead after credible reports of a deceased eagle less than two miles from the nest. Definitive identification was not possible, but the location and timing led operators to conclude that F23 had most likely died.
Q: What happened to E26?
A: E26 successfully fledged on March 10, 2026. M15 continued providing food and protecting the territory as E26 became more independent.
Q: When do Southwest Florida eagles usually lay eggs?
A: Egg laying at this nest typically occurs during the fall nesting season, often in November. Bald eagle eggs generally hatch after about 35 days of incubation.
Q: What are the best times to watch the SWFL Eagle Cam?
A: During active nesting season, sunrise and late afternoon can be especially active periods for nest work, food deliveries, and eagle visits. Activity can occur at any time of day.
Q: Are the SWFL eagles wild?
A: Yes. The Southwest Florida Eagle Cam documents wild bald eagles living and nesting in their natural environment.
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Has the baby eaten yet today?
Wondering too, if the baby has eaten today..
I haven’t seen the baby eating as of today.
Thanks Karen Marie.
Was getting worried! Thank you Lisa.
looks like roadkill
Don’t like to see that, but . . .
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Look at you sweet baby!!!
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maybe it’s a good thing 26 is an only child, there wouldn’t be room on that branch for 2 🙂
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Yep, I definitely believe she’s a girl. Even a boy would have a hard time fitting on the branch or in the nest with her. 🙂 Another thing, though, is that M-15 made the nest somewhat smaller this year. I noticed he cut off some of one portion of it, I believe the part that doesn’t have a limb any more.
whoops slipseys lol
Looks so lonely
My thoughts exactly.
Yes, Dad is probably out looking for Mom again. ❤️ 😥 It will be so much better when she starts to fly.
Good morning everyone.
Hey Ardyth. Sweet picture. 🌹
They have examined (presumed) F23 and here is what was posted today on the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam web site: “While there is no definitive way to confirm that the deceased eagle reported to local authorities was F23. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has confirmed that no evidence of foul play was observed. Based on their preliminary assessment, the eagle most likely died from blunt force trauma due to a vehicle strike.” This was also posted in the Pritchett Chat. If this preliminary report ends up being the final conclusion, then I wish they would lower the… Read more »
Thank you, MaryNJ. 😥 I agree, they should lower the speed limits. And it would be nice if they could install possibly-hidden video cameras in various places, and post their existence in large letters on the side of the road. Couldn’t be that expensive — they would not have to be maintained every day. Maybe the Department of Wildlife could do it. 🌹🦅
It really is ridiculous that they don’t lower the speed limit in a one or two mile radius of the nest. The authorities prefer to have people running out onto a fast busy road to stop vehicles and move roadkill so that the eagles don’t get hurt. It also would be nice if they would design and post a highway sign showing an eagle flying down for roadkill, just like they post deer warning signs on roads where drivers have a greater risk of hitting a deer.
Yes, I agree with everything you said, MaryNJ. Especially that highway sign of an eagle flying down. I also wish someone / anyone had notified the authorities right away. They could have done it anonymously if desired. Maybe could have saved her, like Ozzie. 😢
It was said on FB that the person who hit her didn’t stop or call for help, and that a dog found the eagle in someone’s yard on Shelby Lane. They also mentioned that if a large truck hits a bird or animal, the driver may not even realize it. If it was a car they would know they hit the eagle, and they should have stopped and called the authorities right away.
Thanks for posting……💔