DNR Eaglecam: 3 chicks spotted in nest

New DNR Eagle Camera now streaming live

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has launched a new EagleCam that will provide a live look at a family of bald eagles in its natural habitat. Viewers will soon be able to see the eagles start their "courting" process by trying to impress each other with sticks and nest-making abilities before mating season.

(FOX 9) - Minnesota DNR EagleCam viewers and staff are celebrating the arrival of three bald eagle chicks. 

3 bald eagle chicks in MN DNR Eaglecam 

Local perspective:

DNR staff confirmed the sighting of three eaglets in the nest on Monday, March 30, after viewers watching the EagleCam alerted them to the hatchlings. 

State wildlife officials say bald eagles lay a maximum of three eggs per clutch, with only one brood per season. This means no more chicks are expected to hatch this spring. 

The DNR said the chicks are "born small and helpless" and are described as being the size of a tennis ball, weighing just three ounces. However, they are expected to gain about 100 grams a day, reaching about 2.5–3 pounds by three weeks old and about 60% of their adult size by late April or early May.

What's next:

The chicks will soon begin standing, moving around the nest and feeding themselves within a few weeks. 

The female parent is expected to remain in the nest to keep the chicks warm while the male will provide most of the food for the first two weeks, according to the Minnesota DNR.

What you can do:

Viewers can continue to watch the chicks grow on the DNR EagleCam by clicking here.