This is the third year in a row I have observed this same routine at this nest, this time of year. The male Osprey brings the female a fish for her to eat, demonstrating his skill as a provider. He has, clearly, already taken a bite of the fish, having eaten the head.
Osprey
Country United States
State Massachusetts
Location South Street, Warren, Massachusetts. A very visible nest right off the road.
Gender Both Male and Female (in same image)
Age Adult
Activity BIF (Bird in Flight), Courtship Display/Mating
- Created Timestamp03/22/2024 19:41:17
- CameraCanon EOS R7
- Aperture7.1
- CreditRonald Zigler
- Focal Length500
- Iso1600
- Shutter Speed1/3200
He ate the best part! Great photo and congrats on capturing the same scene three years and going!
That is so cool!