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Oh, how they grow up so fast!  MCR Eaglet Update

Oh, how they grow up so fast! MCR Eaglet Update

by Merrill Creek Reservoir | Jun 25, 2024 | Birds, Eagles, Merrill Creek Reservoir

Both Bald Eagle nests at MCR have produced young this year and they have now fledged the nests within this past week!  MCR’s eagle nest at the west side of the property produced 2 eaglets and our nest to the east produced 1 eaglet.  According to the National Wildlife...
Winter is a Time for Owl Breeding at MCR

Winter is a Time for Owl Breeding at MCR

by Merrill Creek Reservoir | Feb 12, 2024 | Animals, Birds

Winter time is not typically thought of when people think of birds laying eggs and nesting.  But for three of New Jersey’s permanent resident owl species that live at Merrill Creek Reservoir, the Great Horned Owl, the Barred Owl and the Eastern Screech Owl, winter is...
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