Season Updates

Seasonal field notes and updates from Eagle Country

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Season Updates

Season Updates

Season 8 • The Eagle Country Field Journal

Season 8 has unfolded in unexpected ways, with Skye returning briefly and Blaze not returning this year. In their absence, Gus and Willow, Great Horned Owls, have taken up residence in the nest. This season also welcomed the addition of a new River Cam, offering a broader view of life along the water.

Families and classrooms following along this season may enjoy Young Observers, a companion page with simple ideas to explore while watching together.

Season 8

Season-At-A-Glance

Season-At-A-Glance

Species Observed

  • Bald Eagles – Adults & Juvenile
  • Great Horned Owls
  • Herons, CaraCara & various indigenous birds

  • Alligators
  • Coyotes

Current Nest Status

A pair of Great Horned Owls, Gus (m) & Willow (f), took over the nest in December 2025.

On 1.11.26, Willow laid an egg.

Our moderators provide excellent daily updates on our Live Bulletin Board.

 

 

 

Active Cams

Season 8 began with the Nest Cam, Bayhead Cam, Cow Cam and a much anticipated new River Cam.

In February 2026, an updated River Cam was installed to better capture the diverse and expansive river habitat of Eagle Country.

General Location

Eagle Country is located in Southwest Florida on a private cattle ranch. Eagle Country and included habitat includes cattle pastures, ponds, wetlands/swamp and the river.

Season Start Date

Eagle Country began livestreaming Season 8 on November 1, 2025.

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Featured Updates

Key Eagle Country Season Updates and Nest Changes

What happened with Skye & Blaze?

Bald eagles Skye and Blaze perched near the nest at Eagle Country

This season, Blaze has not been observed returning to the nest and Skye has not been seen in some time.

Read the full story -> Skye & Blaze

Why owls are now occupying the nest

A pair of great horned owls named Gus and Willow perching on a branch of the nest tree

Owls often use nests built by other birds. Gus & Willow chose ours!

Read the full story -> Gus & Willow

Short clips and highlights from the season are shared regularly on our social channels.

Season 8 Update Timeline and Notable Moments

2602, 2026

Season 8 Update: Gus & Willow’s Great Horned Owl Egg Will Not Hatch

By |February 26th, 2026|Categories: Season Updates|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Gus & Willow's Egg Update: As of 2.18.26, we were outside the window of time for a viable hatch. Gus & Willow's Egg Timeline [...]

2701, 2026

Season Update: Skye & Blaze

By |January 27th, 2026|Categories: Season Updates|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Where are Skye & Blaze? Skye and Blaze were the resident bald eagles observed at Eagle Country in Season 7. Although Skye was only wit [...]

1006, 2025

Season 7 Review: Nest Life at Eagle Country

By |June 10th, 2025|Categories: Season Updates|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Season 7: Nest Life at Eagle Country Abby Did Not Return Season 7 brought the Eagle Country community yet another surprise and turn of ev [...]

Great horned owl occupying former eagle nest at Eagle Country during Season 8

Willow

Willow In The Nest

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Live Southwest Florida Camera Views

Some seasons and moments observed at Eagle Country are also reflected in printed works — photography collections and field journals that grow out of time spent watching and returning often.

Great horned owl resting in Eagle Country nest during Season 8

Gus

Gus perching near the nest

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Helpful Links

Helpful Links

Whether you are new to Eagle Country or a seasoned viewer, the following links can be helpful to you.

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