This Osprey couple take up residence in this nest
I have been periodically checking in on an Osprey Nest in Spring Lake Heights, NJ
The nest is pretty easy to see and getting pictures of the birds is not too challenging.
Unlike many birds, both sexes of Osprey are similar in appearance.
The female is larger, up to 20% larger than the male and she is a heftier bird.
The females also have more brown coloring on their chests.
I think this is a female.
It is the occupant of this nest, no partner and there does not seem to be any eggs.
Osprey generally live about 10 years but can live for as long as 20 years.
Osprey will usually return to the same nest each year.
If you observe two birds on a nest early in the season,
it is probably the same couple returning to the same nest structure.
Osprey pairs are monogamous and often mate for life.
Osprey pairs are monogamous and often mate for life.
3 comments:
Amazing photos of the Osprey.
Hello Debbie,
I love the Ospreys, they are cool birds. Your photos are always awesome. I hope you get to see the Osprey chicks.
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Great captures of the bird. Just looking into those eyes, I sure wouldn't want to mess with an Osprey! :)
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