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Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

Description:

This bird was out fishing in the morning and flew around for a while with its successful capture in its talons before settling on a tree branch to dine.

Habitat:

Jordan Lake

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2 Comments

Maria dB
Maria dB 9 years ago

Yes, indeed, Hema - and they are graceful in flight even when carrying a flapping fish.

Hema  Shah
Hema Shah 9 years ago

these are skilled at fishing!! and building the nest!

Maria dB
Spotted by
Maria dB

North Carolina, USA

Spotted on Jun 18, 2014
Submitted on Jun 20, 2014

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