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Updated: March 15, 2026
The Wild Birds Unlimited Barred Owl Cam is now live! Mama Owl has been checking out the nesting box since early February and laid her first egg on March 11. Over the coming days, she may lay additional eggs every 2–3 days until the clutch is complete. Historically at this nesting location, 2–3 eggs is typical. Also, be sure to keep an eye out for Papa Owl, as he’ll be responsible for bringing meals to the nest. You never know what he might add to the pantry! We hope you enjoy watching the barred owl family this year, as the family grows and the nesting season unfolds.
Learn about the history of the Owl Box here. Watch Owl Cam highlights from previous years here.
Inside the Nest Box
Outside the Nest Box
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: TBD
First Owlet Fledged: TBD
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.
