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Updated: May 20, 2026
The Wild Birds Unlimited Barred Owl Cam followed another exciting nesting season this year! Mama Owl first checked out the nesting box in early February and laid her first egg on March 11, followed by a second egg on March 14. Historically, 2–3 eggs is typical at this nesting location. Papa Owl also played an important role throughout nesting season by helping bring meals to the family, and viewers never knew what might show up in the pantry next.
This season, viewers watched Artemis and Apollo grow from tiny owlets into adventurous young Barred Owls. Both owlets have now branched and fledged from the nest box, marking an exciting milestone in their journey into the wild. Thank you for following along with the WBU Barred Owl Cam this season and sharing in the excitement of watching this owl family grow! We can’t wait until next time!
Learn about the history of the Owl Box here. Watch Owl Cam highlights from previous years here.
Feathers Stuck to Mama Owl’s Face as she Feeds her Owlets
Artemis & Apollo Get Restless Before Branching
Want more highlights from Mama Owl and the Barred Owl Cam? Click below to see photos:
2026 Owl Cam Timeline:
Mama Owl Checked Out the Box: February 1, 2026
First Egg Laid: March 11, 2026
Second Egg Laid: March 14, 2026
First Egg Hatched: April 12, 2026
Second Egg Hatched: April 14, 2026
First Owlet Fledged: May 16, 2026
Second Owlet Fledged: May 19, 2026
Incubation typically lasts 28 – 33 days from when the first or second egg is laid.
The WBU Barred Owl Cam is a partnership between Wild Birds Unlimited and The Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Visit the lab’s All About Birds web site to learn more about Barred Owls and to check out out additional bird cams.
