It’s a “symbol of resilience and renewal” after the mated pair lost both their eaglets to the bird flu early this year.
FLORIDA, USA — The two beloved Southwest Florida eagles, M15 and F23, have officially welcomed their first egg of the season.
The Southwest Florida Eagle Cam, based in Fort Myers, shared the announcement on Facebook, saying it serves as a “symbol of resilience and renewal” after the mated pair lost both their eaglets to the bird flu early this year. Thousands had watched the two eaglets hatch live in December and mourned their loss in January.
“Congratulations to the proud parents and to our amazing SWFL Eagle Cam community watching every moment unfold,” the Facebook post read.
F23 was first documented in the area during summer 2023 before officially bonding with M15 in October 2023. They raised and fledged their first offspring in spring 2024.
The two officially reside in the nest between the months of October and May.
Where to watch the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam
The camera is run by Dick Pritchett Real Estate and lets viewers watch the birds 24/7. You can watch live on the official website and YouTube channel.
The livestream is made of four cameras, which are environmentally friendly, non-intrusive and positioned to offer the best view of the nest, capturing “nature in its true form.”
People can also go in person to visit the nest, but staff said the best viewing location is from your desktop at home.