Falcon Cam discovers eggs in Wood County Courthouse clock tower for Spring 2026

The nest sits high atop the clock tower, just steps away from the BGSU campus

In what has become a sure sign of spring, a pair of peregrine falcons have returned to the Wood County Courthouse clock tower for the 16th consecutive year to lay eggs as seen on the 2026 Falcon Cam livestream.

At least two eggs were spotted on March 30 by the camera perched high atop the clock tower, just steps away from the Bowling Green State University campus.

The Falcon Cam – which provides a 24/7 bird's-eye view of the sights and sounds in the nest – is made possible through a continued partnership between BGSU and the Wood County Commissioners.

“We are excited to see the falcons return to Bowling Green once again this year,” said Amy West, chief marketing and communications officer at BGSU. “With the falcon serving as the official mascot of BGSU, the presence of the birds just a few blocks away from campus carries special significance for our learning community. We are grateful for the continued collaboration with the Wood County Commissioners to share this moment with the community each spring.”

“The return of the falcons has become a sure sign of spring here at the Wood County Courthouse, and we know our residents enjoy having a candid, around-the-clock view as their fledglings hatch, grow, and learn to fly,” said Doris Herringshaw, president of the Wood County Board of Commissioners. “We appreciate the opportunity to work with BGSU to put a spotlight on this unique tradition of our community.”

The peregrine falcon has served as the official BGSU mascot since 1950, when Freddie Falcon made his debut. Freddie's sister, Frieda Falcon, appeared a few years later in 1966.

The idea to designate the falcon as the University's mascot originated in 1927 when alumnus Ivan “Doc” Lake suggested the name for the bird's fierce speed and courage.

Peregrine falcons typically lay three to four eggs per season, which take roughly 33 days to hatch, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.