Welcome to the John Bunker Sands Eagle Tower Cam
2020 New Camera Installation Video
Two days of installation work are presented in this five-minute video. Click anywhere in the image to start.
JBS Eagle Tower Cam Information Site
In partnership with John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
In partnership with John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
Nest Statistics
Location: 25 miles SE of Dallas, TX
Height: 85 feet (26 meters)
Weight (est): 700 lbs (318 kg)
Diameter (est): 8.7 feet (2.65 m)
Latest news
Updated: Dec 19, 2024
Second Egg Laid: Dec 19, 2024
A second egg visible in the nest cup the morning of Dec 19!. It's normal for eagles to leave eggs unincubated for periods of time. Why? See our
FAQ page "About the Egg(s)" section, and the question "How long does it take for an egg to hatch?"
Egg Laid: Dec 15, 2024
Egg visible in the nest cup the morning of Dec 15!. It's normal for the eagles to leave the egg unincubated for periods of time. Why? See our
FAQ page "About the Egg(s)" section, and the question "How long does it take for an egg to hatch?"
Eagles Return: Sep 17, 2024
"Mom" or "Dad" eagle heard on the tower cam microphone 9/17! (3:40 mark in this video). Also: Coyote howls, and a turkey vulture walking and squawking on the tower!
Note: Live chat on the streaming video site will not be available this season.
Eaglet fledged June 5, 2024 (approx)
Eaglet Hatched! Jan 24, 2024
Baby eagle. Strong voice!
Listen here. (1:29)
(Our apologies for the wind noise.)
Egg Laid: Dec 16, 2023
On or around December 16, one egg was laid.
Eagles Return: Sept 10, 2023
On September 10, 2023 the Wetland Eagles returned to the Nest Tower.
Note: Live chat on the streaming video site will not be available this season.
Most Asked
Eagle's Names: "Mom" & "Dad"
Ages (estimated): 20 yrs (as of 2024)
Lifespan: Approximately 30 yrs
Do both birds incubate? Yes
More answers on our FAQ Page
Two days of installation work are presented in this five-minute video. Click anywhere in the image to start.
