Meadowlands Research & Restoration Institute

Meadowlands Research & Restoration Institute A Center of Environmental History, Research, Restoration, and Innovation.

🌿 Thank You for Joining Us at Native Plant Day! 🌿The NJSEA and Bergen County Audubon Society welcomed visitors to Richar...
06/10/2026

🌿 Thank You for Joining Us at Native Plant Day! 🌿

The NJSEA and Bergen County Audubon Society welcomed visitors to Richard W. DeKorte Park for a successful Native Plant Day celebration. Attendees enjoyed educational presentations, guided walks, and opportunities to explore the park’s native plant and pollinator gardens. Throughout the day, participants discovered how native plants strengthen biodiversity across the Meadowlands.

Thank you to everyone who attended, as well as our presenters, volunteers, and partners who helped make the event such a success!

Check out the upcoming events from NJSEA! https://www.njsea.com/nature-walks/

Osprey Live Cam Update 8 🦅 | June 1While no eggs or chicks have been spotted yet, the osprey continue preparing their ne...
06/05/2026

Osprey Live Cam Update 8 🦅 | June 1

While no eggs or chicks have been spotted yet, the osprey continue preparing their nest in the Meadowlands. Recent windy conditions have shown just how sturdy the nest has become, while feeding activity continues with fish being brought back from the surrounding marshes. MRRI scientists will continue monitoring the nest closely for signs of egg-laying.

Stay tuned for the next Osprey Live Cam update!

Please note: This camera operates like a trail camera, capturing motion-triggered photos and videos that are sent to MRRI staff via cellular data. Because it does not provide a continuous high-speed connection, it cannot livestream to the public like a traditional security camera.

06/04/2026

Tree Swallow Nesting Box Cam Update 7 🐦🌿

Swallow babies are finally here!

Over the weekend, tree swallow chicks emerged from their eggs. Their bright pink skin and yellow beaks are clearly visible, with those yellow beaks helping guide parents to accurately feed directly into their mouths. MRRI scientists are closely monitoring the chicks' growth and development to learn more about tree swallow nesting activity in the Meadowlands!

Check out our YouTube channel for Tree Swallow Box Cam clips and stay tuned for the next update!

https://www.youtube.com/

Up next for American Wetlands Month, we’re featuring MRRI Ecologist Aleshanee Mooney’s pick: the Marsh Resources Inc. Mi...
05/30/2026

Up next for American Wetlands Month, we’re featuring MRRI Ecologist Aleshanee Mooney’s pick: the Marsh Resources Inc. Mitigation Bank (MRI) 🌿🦆

Our next staff pick for American Wetlands Month features MRRI Landscape Designer Henry Pullin’s pick: Kearny Freshwater ...
05/29/2026

Our next staff pick for American Wetlands Month features MRRI Landscape Designer Henry Pullin’s pick: Kearny Freshwater Marsh 🌿🦆

Osprey Live Cam Update 7 🦅 | May 20 - May 26Despite heavy rain across the Meadowlands this past weekend, the osprey nest...
05/29/2026

Osprey Live Cam Update 7 🦅 | May 20 - May 26

Despite heavy rain across the Meadowlands this past weekend, the osprey nest has remained stable and active. The resident osprey continue guarding the nest and bringing in prey as nesting season progresses.

In celebration of American Wetlands Month, we’re spotlighting the incredible wetlands that make the Meadowlands so uniqu...
05/28/2026

In celebration of American Wetlands Month, we’re spotlighting the incredible wetlands that make the Meadowlands so unique.

Today we're featuring MRRI Wildlife Biologist Mike Turso’s and his favorite wetland: Riverbend Wetlands Preserve 🌿🦆

🌿 Celebrate spring in the Meadowlands at Native Plant Day!Sunday, May 31📍 Richard W. DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst, NJ⏰10 am -...
05/28/2026

🌿 Celebrate spring in the Meadowlands at Native Plant Day!

Sunday, May 31
📍 Richard W. DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst, NJ
⏰10 am - 2 pm
🎟 Free to attend

Native plant programs
Wildlife gardening tips
Guided walks
Family-friendly nature activities

05/28/2026

Tree Swallow Nesting Box Cam Update 6🐦🌿

The 5 tree swallow eggs continue to be incubated inside our live cam nesting box. MRRI scientists expect the eggs to begin hatching sometime this week. Once hatched, tree swallow chicks emerge blind and without feathers, relying completely on their parents for warmth, food, and protection during the early stages of development.

Check out our YouTube channel for Tree Swallow Box Cam clips and stay tuned for the next update!

https://www.youtube.com/

Osprey Live Cam Update 6 🦅Nest building has slowed down as the nest is now suitable for eggs. Scientists have also obser...
05/22/2026

Osprey Live Cam Update 6 🦅

Nest building has slowed down as the nest is now suitable for eggs. Scientists have also observed the osprey spending more time guarding and staying close to the nest, a strong sign that egg laying may begin soon. Once the first egg is laid, the female will spend most of her time incubating the eggs for roughly 1 month.

Stay tuned for the next Osprey Live Cam update!

Please note: This camera operates like a trail camera, capturing motion-triggered photos and videos that are sent to MRRI staff via cellular data. Because it does not provide a continuous high-speed connection, it cannot live stream to the public like a traditional security camera.

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1 De Korte Park Plz
Lyndhurst, NJ
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