http://www.thewebbroadcastingcorporation.com/barnowlcam_nestcam.html Staff at the Barn Owl Trust in Devon and owl watchers across the world are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the first egg … will it be in time for Easter?
Viewers around the globe are getting a unique insight into the world of Barn Owls thanks to the Barn Owl Trust's 'Nestcam' project. David Ramsden MBE, Head of Conservation at the Trust said “The 'Nestcam' project is now in its third year and is run in conjunction with the Web Broadcasting Corporation who kindly provide both the cameras and the images to the Trust free of charge. It gives a fascinating insight into the life of this beautiful bird. Barn Owls are a protected species under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and there are thought to be just 4,000 pairs of nesting Barn Owls left in the wild. The 'Nestcam' is a fantastic way for anyone with access to a computer to enjoy the privilege of watching this protected bird. Anyone who visits a wild Barn Owl site must carry a valid licence, so the chance to see wild Barn Owls in the nest is a rare privilege.â€
Visit the Barn Owl Trust's 'Nestcam' and get a close up view of wild Barn Owls nesting on a farm in Cornwall. Watch life inside the specially built nestbox; mating, egg laying, incubation, food deliveries, fledging; it's happening right now - live. You can share a unique insight into the enigmatic world of the Barn Owl by visiting
www.barnowltrust.org.uk and clicking on the 'Live Barn Owl Cam' icon at the top of the page. The 'Nestcam' is accompanied by the 'Nestcam Diary', a daily written account of events taking place, so, even if you can't watch regularly, it's easy to keep up to date with the latest news.
There is plenty of activity to follow throughout the nesting season and avid viewers can watch every stage, or just follow parts of the cycle that are of particular interest to them. Later in the year a second web cam situated in the barn outside the nestbox called 'Barncam' gives wonderful footage of the young Barn Owls fledging the nest and taking their first venture into the outside world. A privileged sight not to be missed!
Barn Owl courtship typically starts in February/March with egg-laying occurring during early April - perfect Easter Egg timing! Once you start watching, you just can't stop! Visit
www.barnowltrust.org.uk
