Missoula
Montana, United States β 1.9 km
Missoula Long-Eared Owl Nest
Missoula - Long-Eared Owl Nest
πΊπΈ Montana Β· United States β Altitude 978 m
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This live camera follows a long-eared owl nest in the Missoula area of western Montana. It is a quiet, close look at a wild bird family in its own setting. Check the live player, local time and weather below before you watch.
About Missoula and the Area
Missoula sits at about 978 metres in the Clark Fork valley, where the Bitterroot and Rattlesnake ranges meet the river. The city is known as a college town with a strong outdoor culture, and its surroundings are mixed forest, riverside cottonwoods and open grassland. Owls and other raptors are common across this landscape, which makes the region a good place to watch wildlife.
What You Can Watch
The camera is focused on a nest of long-eared owls, a species that often uses old nests of other birds in conifer stands. Activity tends to be calmer during the day, when the adults roost, and more visible in the evening and at dawn as they become active. Nesting seasons bring the most change, so watch in spring and early summer if you hope to see the young. Please remember that wildlife behaviour cannot be guaranteed.
Climate and Visiting Notes
Missoula has warm summers and cold, snowy winters, with a fairly dry climate compared with much of the coast. Late spring and early summer are generally the most rewarding seasons for nature viewing. The nearby cameras listed on this page show other parts of the region, including Charlo in the Mission Mountain Range and Polson on Flathead Lake, so you can compare conditions across the area.
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About this camera
What is the weather in Missoula now?
The current weather and a three-day forecast for Missoula are shown in the live block on this page. Conditions can change quickly in mountain valleys, so check before you plan a visit.
What time is it in Missoula?
The local time for Missoula is displayed on this page and updates live. Montana uses Mountain Time, so it is an hour ahead of the Pacific coast.
Where exactly is the owl nest camera?
The camera is located in the Missoula area at about 978 metres altitude. The map on this page marks its position, and the source site provides more detail about the setup.
When is the best time to watch the owls?
Dawn and dusk are usually the most active times for long-eared owls. Spring and early summer, during the nesting season, offer the best chance to see changes in the nest.
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