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The breeding eagle pair at a North Fort Myers nest produced their first egg for this breeding season earlier this week. A second egg could be coming if past efforts are an indication.
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North Fort Myers eagle pair now have second egg confirmed
Michael Braun
An eagle nest in north Lee County that millions have watched over the years is again drawing attention. The breeding pair of American bald eagles in the North Fort Myers nest successfully continued their family this week. One egg was confirmed Wednesday and a second Saturday night at the Bayshore Road nest of F23 and M15.

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