M15 and F23 maintain their nest and territory even though their nesting season ended abruptly. A little over two months ago, all was well with the Eagle Family. Within 48 hours, E24 and E25 perished from Avian influenza. M15 and F23 took time away to heal from their losses and recover their health. Little by little, they reappeared to bathe in the pond and do a few nest renovations. Their dedication seemed mixed with confusion. M15 and F23 were raising and caring for two thriving Eaglets, and the next day they were gone.
M15 has proven his ability to persevere over the years. He won the admiration of his previous partner, Harriet, in her time of need. He experienced the loss of offspring and also his beloved partner. He raised their two Eaglets to fledge by himself. His resilience is unshaken.
M15 received F23 as a mate and produced E23 and an unviable egg in their first year together. They sealed their bond and presented E24 and E25 to the Eagle World this nesting season. When their lives were cut short, M15 and F23 seemed as if they would try for another clutch. It now appears that the time to restart this nesting season is passing. M15 and F23 spend their days visiting the nest, perching in shady places in the territory, and soaring the skies. Their time off allows for renewal and revival for the next nesting season. The future looks promising and hopeful as they survive the difficult times and make their bond solid. Nest Notes by dadsjazz.
Special Moments in video from Season 13
SWFL Eagles ~ M15 DELIVERS THE FIRST FISH GIFT OF THE SEASON! š š Here We Go! š 9.25.24. By Lady Hawk. https://youtu.be/rmZ7x3TAl2c
M & F “Busy as Bees” At The Nest ~ Sticks/A Pine Bough, ‘Discussions’ & Mating 10.22.24. By wskrsnwings. https://youtu.be/iV3nwHkNZ_k
SWFL Eagles 10-29-24. M15 and F23: Pond Visit & Mating at the Pond š! + Evening Nest Maintenance. By Androcat. https://youtu.be/aQzvYCvLDlU
SWFL Eagles ~ F23 LAYS HER FIRST EGG Of THE 2024-2025 SEASON! š Congratulations M15 & F23 š 11.8.24. By Lady Hawk. https://youtu.be/h2M2E8NIIGY
SWFL Eagles 11-11-24. F23 Lays Her 2nd Egg of Season 13! SWFEC Team Official Time 18:15:17! By Androcat. https://youtu.be/vXJpEmLTCHM
M&F Love Their Eggs~Incubation Exchanges & New Grasses On A Cool Crisp Morning 12.02.24. By wskrsnwings. https://youtu.be/TeZGcM4FmZs
SWFL Eagles 12-14-24. Welcome to the World, Little E24! + Hatch Progression; Official Time 4:01PM! By Androcat. https://youtu.be/ut3774Z0IC0
SWFL Eagles ~ WELCOME TO THE WORLD E25! Official Hatch 05:48:26! Congratulations M15 & F23š£ 12.17.24. By Lady Hawk. https://youtu.be/znHOHYSoUeU
LOVE Seeing The E’s From The Ground, F23 To/From Nest Tree x3 01.03.25. By wskrsnwings. https://youtu.be/0FIpOWYykJE
M15 Brings Roadkill Rabbit Breakfast For One Month Old Eās (E24/31days & E25/28days) 01.14.25. by wskrsnwings. https://youtu.be/JnAejA5XU7o
SWFL Eagles ~ SIBLING LOVE š E24 & E25 Snuggling Together! 5 Week Milestones On Growth š 1.17.25. By Lady Hawk. https://youtu.be/t_04xwvRZh4
SWFL Eagles 1-19-25. Moments in Time: E24, Five Weeks Old on 1-18-25; Fantastic Views of The E’s! By Androcat. https://youtu.be/7bSt4EJX-4o
SWFL Eagles ~ Sunset Tandem Feeding By M15 & F23! Everyone Eats & Has Full Crops! š š 1.25.25. By Lady Hawk. https://youtu.be/tnJYJEILfqk
SWFL Eagles 1-26-25. E25 Self-Feeds for the First Time 40 Days Old! Great Job, E25! šA+š By Androcat. https://youtu.be/zKkYlKjEWEM
SWFL Eagles ~ DOUBLE BLESSING DAY! š M15 & F23 At The Pond & Office Oak! M15 Takes A Bath 2.3.25. By Lady Hawk. https://youtu.be/FuCegFCrRzM
SWFL Eagles 2-9-25. F23 Chases M15 for His Fish; That’s As Normal As It Gets! Sweet Pond Visit! ā¤ļø By Androcat. https://youtu.be/ZE2ieotrVGo
SWFL Eagles ~ Adult Intruder In Nest Tree For Hours š² F23 Kicks Intruder Out But It Returns! 3.16.25. By Lady Hawk. https://youtu.be/XPrTWnVbobY
SWFL Eagles 3-16-25. M15 & F23 Spend the Afternoon Guarding Their Territory from Adult Intruder. By Androcat. https://youtu.be/fJkD4JvLULM
SWFL Eagles 3-27-25. M15 & F23 Check in on their Nest; Perch in the Golden Glow of the Setting Sun! By Androcat. https://youtu.be/BGL1kr_sqEM
Camera captures are courtesy of SWFEC. Ground video is courtesy of Androcat and wskrsnwings.
In loving memory of E3, E5, E14, E24 and E25, Ozzie and Harriet.
Please continue to watch the cams as they will keep streaming for a while.