eNews August 2025
August 29, 2025
August eNews 2025
Trail Camera Risks and Rewards
Trail cameras are a fun way to monitor bird nests and discover fascinating behaviors, but there are some costs and risks associated with this tool. With the right setup and a few safety considerations, you can collect high-quality data while minimizing time in the field and disturbance to nests. Learn more about this option for NestWatchers who want a more intimate view of the nesting cycle on this month’s blog.
New Data Entry Tutorial Videos
Updated data entry tutorial videos are now live on the NestWatch website. These videos guide participants through adding a nest site, adding a nest attempt, summarizing a nest, and more. If you’re feeling stuck with data entry, or are new to participating, these are a great resource!
New NestWatch Chapter!
We’re excited to welcome the IMPACT Farm, based in Bangkok, Thailand, to the flock! Find a Chapter near you.
Join Project Phoenix
If you live in CA, OR, or WA, and are interested in helping to study how birds are impacted by wildfire smoke, consider joining Project Phoenix this year.
NestWatch Tip of the Month
The nesting season is drawing to a close in the Northern Hemisphere! Be sure to end and summarize your nesting attempts to report the outcome of each individual nest. The Host Species Totals section in the summary will inform your Quick Summary totals. Learn How to Summarize and End an Attempt in our new tutorial video.
Mourning Dove Nest
Submission of the Month
Ann Yourell submitted this photo of a Mourning Dove that built a nest in a hanging ceramic flowerpot in Wisconsin. Look closely in the shadows to see the fully-feathered nestling!
Want a chance to be featured? Be sure to submit photos with your nest visit data.