PMCA Purple Martin NestCam 2026!

Watch as an adult Purple Martin female and her mate try to successfully raise nestlings at the Purple Martin Conservation Association HQ in Erie, PA, USA. UPDATES BELOW June 5: nestcam goes live after first egg is laid to an unbanded adult pair in gourd L (top-center) EXTERNAL CAM VIEW HERE: https://youtube.com/live/i-VJ8cI6Yfc Facts about Purple Martins: --Purple Martins only nest in human provided housing east of the Rocky Mountains, due to habitat loss and pressure from invasive species. --The male is all dark feathered, while the female has gray on her throat and belly. --The nest is located in Erie, Pennsylvania, USA --The nest is in an artificial gourd hanging from an aluminum gourd rack ( http://shop.purplemartin.org ) --If the parents are climbing on top of the young it's to keep them warm --Check out our FAQ for more answers: https://www.purplemartin.org/nestcamfaq/ Support this stream and our conservation efforts by donating at https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/... Learn more about Purple Martins and why they need our help at http://www.purplemartin.org   / purplemartinconservationassociation