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NestWatch is a nationwide nest-monitoring program designed to track status and trends in the reproductive biology of birds. Participating in NestWatch is easy and anyone can do it.

How to Participate

  1. Take the online quiz to get certified
  2. Find nests
  3. Record data
  4. Submit online or with the mobile app

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a kestrel perched in a tree

Kestrel Collaboration

February 2024

We are excited to announce a new collaboration with the American Kestrel Partnership (AKP).

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three blue eggs in an open cup nest made of twigs and rootlets

Welcome, Newcomers

February 2024

View a list of our top resources for new participants.

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an adult dove perched at the edge of a nest built on a platform, containing two nestlings.

First Fledges of 2024!

February 2024

Eurasian Collared-Doves were the first to fledge the nest in 2024!

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This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. DRL-0540185. Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation (NSF).

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