Hurricane Ian Destroyed So Much - Captiva Osprey & Eagle Cam Update

[@paulaheather]

Thank you Connor for the update. I feel your sadness and disappointment and it breaks my heart. And indeed so many people lost and so much damage. I will watch for further news and continue to pray for Captiva, its people, its critters and our osprey and eagle families. We are so blessed to have you at the helm.

[@BartBirds]

Thank you for the update Connor even though it’s devastating news. It’s strange to look at this disaster and be concerned about the birds, but that’s who we are, and I sincerely hope they survived ❤

[@malloryg4251]

I don't think it's strange at all. Animals deserve their place on this earth, just as much as humans. Of course it's devastating to see what people have lost, but how can we ignore the incredible animals that also inhabit this island??? I hope the osprey parents and their offspring are ok.

[@KingmanRoss]

Conner,don't worry about it.This shows you also have a heart.

[@jvs8444]

Thank you Connor, we will support you in everything you will be doing. Fingers crossed that you will spot our sweet girl Lena - just to know she was safe would be such a uplift. Love to Lori and all that will be involved in restoring the nest etc ❤️ #FloridaStrong

[@daiseydulas4542]

Thank You for a very honest update, Thoughts are with you and everyone effected, Let us live in Hope

[@ladyvalerie5371]

How sad to see how bad it is, worse than I imagined.😪 Thank you for the update. I send my wishes to all the people birds and animals that have been affected by this terrible hurricane. I wish you well.🥰

[@James-fr3ei]

Thank you for the update. Have a safe trip out there, our hearts will be with you

[@renie7186]

Hello James!

[@janmarieharmony2788]

#Windowtowildlifestrong 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 #CaptivaStrong #SanabelStrong. 💪🏻💪🏻 We’ll all be here when all gets up and running … My heart hurts for You, WTW , Captiva & Sanibel Island wildlife and residents

[@wandae9906]

Connor as humans of course we all feel for our fellow humans & their losses, but you absolutely can also feel sad for your loss with regard to all the hard work you have done, and the funds that were involved. I'm thrilled to know that the eagles have been spotted & I pray that the osprey are okay as well. Thank you for the update. -Hugs 🤗

[@sparkleeaglejill8938]

I ditto what PH Holmer wrote. The loss of all of the hard work, excitement, time, thought and money that went into these projects for the eagles and ospreys is an enormous loss as well as it is for the humans that lost everything. Your disappointment (rightfully) shows and is completely understandable but I also see your determination and know that you will do whatever it takes to prevail. Thank you for the update and pictures Connor @Window to Wildlife. I look forward to your continued updates.

[@renie7186]

I am happy to see you here postiing!!

[@ceagles5087]

Thank you for taking the time to update us

[@AMW405]

Stay safe and thank you so much for the update.

[@renie7186]

Hi there Ann-Marie.

[@AMW405]

@@renie7186 Hello Renie. good to see you. Just devastating the damage from the hurricane. Amazing work these folks do and I’d gladly contribute if needed down the road to rebuild the nest for our Osprey. 💕

[@informaticsnursebev1538]

Thank you so much for this update. Our family lost a home in Periwinkle Park, it’s my understanding many of the birds and wildlife kept there didn’t survive. Yes this project brings a bit of hope and signs of renewal. Happy, so happy to see the Eagles 💝

[@pattid386]

Thank you Connor. It was awesome to see the picture of Connie & Clive. Hoping you get to see Lena. Like you, I am hopeful she survived. Looking forward to more updates.

[@bluekatgal7300]

Thank you. I have been checking daily for news. It will be a process. Sending good thoughts for all people and wildlife to recover.

[@terrywoods2988]

Too overwhelming for words, and I'm feeling like the many others who have also commented. Connor, thanks so much for caring, your dedication and hard work. I will be looking for your updates. Take good care of you in your travels to the island. ❤❤

[@mommabear4595]

Thanks for this update. Good luck Monday on the trip out there.

[@sharardwk3430]

Thank you for the update…best of luck with this…..praying for everyone🙏

[@JStoja]

Thank you for the update, especially since it's a hard time for all of you... My thoughts are with you. Keep the faith . Everything can be rebuilt.! 💪

[@susanmorris5520]

My prayers really with Lena and the ospreys too and other Eagles in that area. Hugs and blessings. Sue M.❤️🦅🙏🏻🥰❌⭕️

[@janetbarnes5066]

Our thoughts and love go out to you as you try to "repair" the damage. Thanks for spending time updating us.

[@annpendry8269]

Hope things go well on Monday, Connor. Keep away from the water!

[@rysx1]

Thank you Connor for the update. So much work ahead to repair all damages and destruction. Let's hope all will eventually be fixed. Greetings.

[@gracieshepard7264]

Connor, you are the best at what you do. Been watching you since your days with AEF. Thank you!

[@ananamous8867]

Thank you for what you do! 🙏 for all the people, animals, and birds who are suffering.

[@Ondabebe]

Thank You Connor for the awesome update.

[@renie7186]

Hello Ondabebe!!

[@Ondabebe]

@@renie7186 Hi Renie. Good to hear from you. So, upsetting what has happened here and in the rest of Florida.

[@9Trudikk]

Thank you Connor for the update

[@kananshah822]

Feel terrible for all the loss all around. Homes to Lena Connie Lori and many others. Hope we can muster the courage to rebuild. Ty Connor and Lori and everyone for caring for these birds.

[@marieagle6437]

Wow thank you so much Connor. 🙏🏻prayers go out to you all

[@robertchamberlain452]

Conner: so sad for all of those affected by the storm, our prayers go out to everyone. Hopefully you will be able to save some of the equipment. Hoping all the birds are OK.

[@debrastanton9212]

You are wonderful, and God Bless you for what you do for these magnificent Birds...Praying for all in Florida!

[@malloryg4251]

Thank you so much for the update during this difficult time. I appreciate your sensitivity and humility, but I must say- you're allowed to be devastated at the fact that all of your time and hard work has been lost. Of course it's horrific that people have lost their properties and even their lives, but it's also so incredibly sad that the new opsrey nest has been lost as well. You're an incredible person and I appreciate your positive attitude, even when things seem hopeless. I have a good feeling about the ospreys as well. I think they're ok : )

[@dianalambertson5072]

Thank you so much Connor and I am so sorry, There were other Florida nests that installed all new cameras with all kinds of features that were lost as well Wildlife Rescue of Dade County is willing to help anyone with the construction of the nest base basket. For me personally, helping Connie and Clive and Lena and whoever her mate is with a new nest/platform is more important than even the cams. It is possible Connie and Clive may even rebuld in another tree, You never know. I with you and your team the best of luck. I hope Lori's home is repairable as well.

[@kielybrigid5233]

So so sorry for everyone that has had to go through this my heart goes out to all affected there are no words that can be enough to say 😞. Hopefully everyone will have the strength to go on including our beautiful 🦅🦅 thank you so much for the update on your area hugs and kisses to all.💝.

[@cas6269]

Thanks for your update Connor, it is heart-breaking to see the devastation. My thoughts and prayers are with all involved. I have tried to donate to CROW from the UK but it isn't possible on that system as it requires a state or province in the list. Can you help? Bless you for all you are doing.

[@gildedwildlife3887]

Thank you for the update and your dedication to wildlife is an inspiration. Everyone and everything on Captiva and its environs are in our thoughts.

[@debs987]

Thank you so much for update!!!

[@charlesanderson1075]

Good Luck with everything Connor.

[@tigress5263]

Thank you Connor for this heartbreaking but hopeful update. So many of us have been concerned for everyones safety and praying for the safety of all the birds and wildlife. You said you will keep us updated on FB/ Twitter? I don't use social media, but I'm sure that I will be kept up to date from others who are. Wishing you all the best of luck with rebuilding everything, and thank you for all the hard work you do for these beautiful birds 💖

[@GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ]

Thanks for the update - I'm sure you guys will make a plan and we'll have some chicks this next season..

[@anoofazeela4727]

Very sad to hear . Sending prayers your way.. May God be with u all

[@cindythomas5895]

So glad Connor and Clive are ok … I saw that footage showing them and it was heartbreaking … just total devastation!!!! Praying for them all

[@aurora2169]

God bless the people picking up the pieces.

[@schen5425]

💔 lost for words to all who live there. Try to stay positive, keep the faith, sorry. Connor, thank you for the positive update on Connie/Clive. Whatever you know about Lena/Andy/Romeo I'm certain you'll let us know. Connor ✌🏻(hugs) 🦜

[@milobellizio]

So sorry for all humans and nature affected😭🙏🙏

[@jaymefruit5551]

Thank you for your update. Hard to watch. We share your disappointment and pray for the people in Florida, as well as our beloved birds. God bless.

[@birdlover6842]

Heartbreaking!

[@sperantaexista1]

🙏💞🙏

[@Fernando223ful]

I'm very sorry for everyone, humans, animals and nature, I don't understand English well, is Lena dead?

[@JenCaptiva]

I am sure Lena is absolutely fine Fernando. animals sense the weather and go seek shelter elsewhere as did Connie and Clive and they are alive and well.

[@renie7186]

Nice to see you in the comments Fernando Lozano!!

[@Fernando223ful]

@@renie7186 hi Renie!!

[@annpendry8269]

We don’t know about Lena, but Connor will look out for her on Monday.

[@wingelchen]

[@schen5425]

🦜~ P. S. I don't FB or Instragram. Link for donation to CROW or has a Go Fund been set up to help with Osprey/Eagle recovery?

[@schen5425]

@@JenCaptiva thank you Jen ✌🏻