Versant Power’s Osprey Cams are live!

Along Maine’s beautiful coastline, it’s not uncommon to spot ospreys soaring above the water or nesting high along the shoreline. In communities like Lamoine and Mount Desert, these remarkable birds are a welcome sight—but their nesting habits can sometimes create challenges for both wildlife and electric infrastructure. That’s why Versant Power has 32 osprey nesting platforms installed in its service territory!

Two of the nesting platforms, one in Lamoine and one in Mount Desert, have cameras streaming the birds’ activity. They can be viewed here.

It’s important to note that these cameras are intended strictly for observation. Nature can be unpredictable, and Versant Power does not intervene in the natural nesting process even when it includes difficult moments.

Ospreys are naturally drawn to high vantage points near water, making utility poles an attractive place to build their nests. While this may seem harmless, nests on active poles can pose serious risks. Electrical equipment can be dangerous for the birds, and for customers, these nests can increase the likelihood of power disruptions.

 “Projects like this show how we can balance reliable electric service with environmental responsibility,” said Logan Macdonald, Supervisor, Environmental Services. “By understanding how ospreys behave and working with our partners, we’re able to create solutions that keep both the birds and our communities safe.”

You can help us keep ospreys safe

Have you noticed ospreys attempting to build nests on utility poles or other electrical equipment in your area? Community input plays an important role in identifying new locations for safe nesting alternatives.

If you’ve seen osprey activity near utility infrastructure, we encourage you to share what you’ve observed. Simply fill out the form at www.versantpower.com/osprey to help guide future platform installations and keep these federally protected birds safe.

Versant Power is committed to delivering safe, reliable electric service. As the state's second-largest electric utility, the company delivers electricity to more than 165,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers across 10,400 square miles in northern and eastern Maine.