Bald eagle nest cameras attract millions of viewers each spring

14 articles · Updated · NPR · Apr 29

Around 50 bald eagle nests across the United States are equipped with cameras that stream live footage of raptor families.
These broadcasts, especially popular during hatching season, have drawn millions of online viewers and fostered vibrant digital communities.
The widespread interest highlights both the public’s fascination with wildlife and the role of technology in connecting people to nature.

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