Xcel Energy Bird Cam

Bird Cam

Fresh from the nest

Video of eagle

The American Bald Eagle, America’s distinct symbol of freedom, was nearly extinct in the 1960’s. With protection as an endangered species, it has made an amazing comeback. Watch PBS Nature for the Emmy-nominated story of the American Bald Eagle captured by filmmaker Neil Rettig, with comments by Xcel Energy’s own raptor expert, Bob Anderson.

Welcome to the 2010 Bird Cam season! The season officially kicks off when the American Bald Eagles begin their nesting activities at Fort Vrain Station.

You can also see the Great Horned Owls at Valmont Station, Osprey at Allen S. King Plant, Kestrels at Pawnee Station, and Peregrine Falcons at our Black Dog, Sherco and King Plants.

Along with daily pix, the owl, eagle and falcon cams show live video during their nesting seasons. To access the streams just click on the icon.

Coexist with nature

The open space, vegetation, and water surrounding our power plant sites makes them excellent homes for wildlife. We have installed web-based Bird Cams at several of our facilities to help raise awareness of these wild creatures and share them with the public. The Bird Cam news will get you caught up on the latest information from the nests.

Watch a variety of raptors raise their young from early spring to mid-summer.

The best viewing times are:

• Eagle Cam late February through May
• Falcon Cam late March through May
• Kestrel Cam late March through June
• Osprey Cam late April through June
• Owl Cam February through May

Read a brief history of our Bird Cams and explore educational opportunities.