The Sanibel Captiva Audubon Society will conclude with its mini lecture series for the season.
“Audubon EagleWatch” will take place on March 25 at 5:30 p.m. at The Community House, at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, with the doors opening at 5 p.m.
Audubon EagleWatch Program Manager Cheryl Merz will provide an in depth look at Florida’s eagle population and the volunteer community science program that monitors them.
Audubon’s EagleWatch is a community science program that started in 1992 in Central Florida with only 22 volunteers. Today, it is statewide reaching more communities each year and continuing to heighten awareness of bald eagle nesting activities throughout Florida. Based at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, the program seeks information about bald eagles, active nest locations, and possible disturbances or threats to nesting activities. As one of the premier community science programs in the state, it works to protect about 40% of Florida’s nesting pairs. EagleWatch’s volunteers collect and document bald eagle nesting information that is used to help in the conservation efforts of the species.
Originally hailing from Tampa Merz has been involved with EagleWatch for over 12 years. She recently stepped into her current role of program manager.
Tickets are $10; if there are any remaining tickets, they will be available at the door.
For tickets or more information, visit https://san-capaudubon.org/.