Lesser Kestrel Colony Nest Cam

A Lesser Kestrel Stronghold

This live camera captures a thriving colony of lesser kestrels (Falco naumanni), a small, sociable falcon that has adapted to nesting in human structures. The Church of San Isidro Labrador hosts one of the most significant breeding populations of this species in Andalusia.

The Bell Tower Vantage Point

The lens is trained on the church's ochre stone bell tower, its arched openings and ledges providing sheltered nesting cavities. From this elevated perch, the birds command sweeping views over the rooftops and the surrounding rolling countryside of the Campo de Gibraltar.

Science & Conservation

Installed as part of a pioneering research project, the camera lets scientists monitor the colony remotely, studying breeding behaviour without disturbing the birds. It also raises awareness of this urban raptor and its role in the local ecosystem.

Los Barrios & Nature Tourism

Set in the town of Los Barrios in the province of Cádiz, the colony has become a symbol of the area's rich birdlife, helping promote the municipality as a destination for ornithological tourism.