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Preparation and Anticipation: Nest Notes for the Week of Nov. 8-15

Harriet and Ozzie’s work is never done as they prepare for their offspring. There is still much to do before the eggs are laid. Ozzie’s focus has been constant and tireless perfecting the home for his family. His excellent skills have produced a safe and soft place for Harriet as the time approaches for her to lay eggs. It seems that there are never enough sticks for the outer rails of the nest and Ozzie continues to build, build, and build. The “strep up” branch is almost covered by all… Read More »Preparation and Anticipation: Nest Notes for the Week of Nov. 8-15

Majestic Harriet and Ozzie- Nest Notes for Nov 1-8

The week was filled with amazing feats and observations of our favorite eagle pair Harriet and Ozzie. They greet each other in the nest before dawn and plan the day’s “nestoration” projects. Ozzie tests out the nest bowl with the “sit and shimmy”. Ozzie performs his duties well as he continues to add branches and grasses to the nest to provide a safe and soft environment for Harriet and their soon to be offspring. A few such branches were so big it was interesting and comical to watch him maneuver… Read More »Majestic Harriet and Ozzie- Nest Notes for Nov 1-8

Hi. We are new here! Please tag your friends below to let them know about H & O on @instagram! (Photo: Annalee Finch) #eagle #baldeagle #swfleaglecam #eaglecam #swfl #eaglecam #eagles #bird #birdpic (at Southwest Florida Eagle Cam)

Deliveries & More: Weekly Nest Update (Oct. 25- Nov 1)

Harriet and Ozzie’s busy week was filled with many deliveries including branches for strengthening the rails and grasses and moss for softness in nest bowl. Most of the material was brought by Ozzie but Harriet also added a few sticks and two pine cones of her own. There have been many moments of nest building that included some serious “discussions” between the love birds. Mostly the building is done by Ozzie but Harriet likes to add her touches. There have also been tender moments of bonding. At special times Harriet… Read More »Deliveries & More: Weekly Nest Update (Oct. 25- Nov 1)

Do you see what I see??? Harriet at the pond today. (Photo: Gail Reid Campbell) #eagle #eagles #eaglecam #swfl #swfleaglecam #baldeagle #birdpic #reflection #pond #birdingphotography #birdphotography #birding #bird #nature (at Southwest Florida Eagle Cam)

Building the Bond & a Nest: Weekly Nest Update: October 21-25

Ozzie and Harriet have been working hard over the last weeks in their preparations leading into the time for egg laying. Ozzie has been diligent in his search for just the right sticks and nest material. He and Harriet have had a few squabbles over the proper arrangement of the deliveries. Ozzie is perfecting the nest bowl with his sit and shimmy move. Juvenile and sub adult eagles have been sighted in the area this week. Harriet and Ozzie spent a few days on alert and close to the nest… Read More »Building the Bond & a Nest: Weekly Nest Update: October 21-25

Welcome the Return of Harriet and Ozzie- Nest Notes for Oct. 17, 2014

October 1 marked the official start of Bald Eagle nesting season. Southwest Florida’s favorite Eagle pair Harriet and Ozzie made a strong appearance for the followers of the cameras and the local people who visit the nest. This is the third year of live camera action which is capturing the nest building, courting and bonding rituals of Harriet and Ozzie.  Harriet was reported to have stayed close by the nest area most of the summer keeping watch over her valuable nest. Ozzie was seen from time to time at the… Read More »Welcome the Return of Harriet and Ozzie- Nest Notes for Oct. 17, 2014

Harriet & Ozzie will spend the next few weeks building up the nest with tree limbs, moss and other natural materials. (Photo: David Eppley) #eagle #eagles #baldeagle #eaglecam #swfleaglecam #nature #birdpic #birdwatching #earthpix #picofday #raptor (at Southwest Florida Eagle Cam)

Busy morning with a lot of nest building and watchful eyes always on alert! #eaglecam #eagle #swfleaglecam #nature #birdwatching #earthpix #eaglecam #bladeagle (at Southwest Florida Eagle Cam)

Harriet & Ozzie talking “birds and the bees” over the weekend. #eagles #mating #baldeagle #swfleaglecam #eaglecam #nature #birdwatching #swfl (Photo: Jim Thomas) (at Southwest Florida Eagle Cam)