M15 spent nearly two hours around his Southwest Florida territory on October 6, bringing prey to the office oak, visiting the pond and settling into the familiar nest tree.
M15 continues to visit the familiar SWFL Eagles nest tree, but activity elsewhere may suggest he and the new female are exploring a second nest location for the new breeding season.
A rainy September day brought more activity to the SWFL eagle nest as M15 moved sticks and the new female spent time on the veranda.
Bald eagle nests are growing quieter as young eagles range farther from home and fall migration begins. In Florida, the first signs of a new nesting season are already appearing.
There was no dramatic chase, no explosive clash in the branches, and no urgent effort to drive the newcomer away.…