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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Good morning. I wasn’t here much yesterday and when I was mostly looked at the cam. Lots of chat and descriptions. I’ve read now. Thanks for all the info and photos. I love reading what y’all write. I just saw our baby at the pond for the first time. Our kiddo does seen to be having a high ol’ time.
she’s having fun amusing herself for sure 😊
Hi Boz yes she is.
E26 was playing with something near the pond at 16:28. So cute!
grabbing it with her talons
jumped up in the air with it
and then with it in her beak, she stops and looks to see if anyone was watching 😂
She moved closer to the edge of the pond, but she didn’t go into the water. Instead, she flew up to the nest to have an afternoon snack.
Thank you Mary for delightful pictures of Little One at the pond. Frolicking and showing dad what can be done.
Very brave to shoo intruder away.
Love and safety hugs to our eagle family!!!!
You’re welcome, Lisa
Haha! My dog does that! When we play tug at the park she’ll stop while she has the toy in her mouth and look around as if to see if the other dogs see her prize. 😂
Hi Carolyn. What kind of dog do you have?
Hi! She’s a Malinois. ☺️
Oh my what a beautiful dog! I hope you are young and energetic! Bet your dog is incredibly smart and energetic!
Hahahaha 😂
She keeps me going; that’s for sure! Do you have animal companions?
I have one parrot, one cat! Casey the parrot is 38 years old, we got him when he was 6 weeks old.
38! Wow! That’s wonderful! I imagine the cat joined the family after Casey and respects him!
This is cat #4, two of them males. None of them have ever shown aggression to him, just curiosity. When a cat would stare up at him, even if showing no aggression, I would in a low, hard voice say NO Ginger. Repeat a little stronger until the cat looked away. A lot of people don’t know, but just a tiny, superficial scratch by a dog or cat can kill a large bird.
That’s quite an accomplishment… to control that prey drive in a cat!
The first, a female, was the hardest and younger of em all. The males were very laid back and mellow. I think maybe they had others feeding them before. Our current cat struggled we think before we claimed her, so I’m surprised at her the most.
That’s beautiful. It speaks to the aura and energy you create! 🥰
You are very sweet.
Yes all came after Casey.
Love to your Casey, and Kitty. Pets certainly feed the soul.
Kitty is named Macie. All were strays that came to the house, were trapped, spayed and kept inside. We had two barn cats that came here that were spayed/neutered but we knew they could never adjust to inside. They were well taken care of, including a heated pad in the barn for the winter. The male and female were very bonded and even attempted copulation after their surgeries! The female was the instigator, putting her rear up to the male’s face. We loved these cats!
😂Dogs can be so funny. I love dogs.
She makes me smile every day! ☺️
The little acrobat!
Thanks for all the photos Mary.
You’re welcome, Debbie.
Just adorable. She seems to take in everything and enjoy every moment. ❤️
Yes, she has a lot of time to learn from dad and explore the area now.
I’m thinking handsome M-15 is once again being pursued by female eagles who recognize his amazing talents and parenting skills. He will remain true to E-26, though. Lots of teaching ahead. 🙂♥️
E26 in nest when intruder visits!
https://youtu.be/bj2KJ5nSMzs
Glad E was ok…
Nice pictures, Carolyn. I don’t think this visiting eagle meant any harm, but E-26 sure did a good job. ♥️
It probably just wanted the food. The camera op zoomed in on its talons. Remember when Harriet disappeared there was an intruder with scarred talons? Maybe they were checking to see if it was back.
Me too, and I hope it doesn’t battle with M15 for the nest. Hope M stays safe.
Crikey that was close!
Very nice picture! 🌸
Thank you 😊…. I guess despite how close it got M15 saw no real threat.
You leave our Little One alone. Be gone intruder.
So glad 😃 Little One is okay.
No trespassing on our Little Ones nest…..
E26 defended the nest and food!!! So brave. ⚔️🤺
Thanks Carolyn that had to be scary.
3:30pm Have no idea what was left today. E26 trying to get something to eat off it.. Yesterday part of a bird wing was brought in, she didn’t want it, so later Dad came and ate it. . Haven’t seen a fish,. but I could have missed it when scrolling. I am late this year watching Eagle nests.
I know an armadillo was brought in at some point recently.
Has E26 taken flight from the ground yet, does anyone know? Was wondering how he was doing with that.