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Updated: May 6, 2026
The Wild Birds Unlimited Barred Owl Cam is live! 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 plays an important role throughout nesting season by helping bring meals to the family, and viewers never know what might show up in the pantry next.
Now, the owlets, Artemis and Apollo, are growing quickly and getting ready for one of the most exciting stages yet: branching and fledging. Branching is when young owls begin climbing out onto nearby branches before they’re fully ready to fly. From there, they’ll soon take their first flights and begin exploring the world beyond the nest box.
We hope you enjoy following Artemis and Apollo as they continue to grow and take their next big steps in the wild!
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: April 12, 2026
Second Egg Hatched: April 14, 2026
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.
