Duke Farms Bald Eagle Nest Cam

A Landmark Conservation Site

Duke Farms is a large nature preserve in central New Jersey dedicated to land stewardship and environmental education. Once a private estate, the property is now managed as a model of ecological restoration, with reforested woodlands, wetlands, and meadows that support a wide range of native wildlife.

A Thriving Bald Eagle Territory

The resident pair of bald eagles has built its nest high in a mature tree overlooking the preserve's forested habitat. Visible year-round, the nest offers a rare close-up perspective on courtship, incubation, hatching, and fledging — the full arc of raptor family life unfolding in real time.

Supporting Wildlife Research

Footage from the camera helps Duke Farms and partner organizations study eagle behavior and contribute to broader raptor conservation efforts. The camera keeps the nest visible on a continuous basis, providing ongoing documentation without disturbing the birds.

Part of a Protected Landscape

The nest sits within a mosaic of restored habitats that Duke Farms manages for biodiversity, including riverside corridors and native grasslands. The site's ongoing habitat restoration work has made it an increasingly attractive home for eagles and countless other species.