This bird often catches fish by diving with its wings half closed and claws
stretched forward, disappearing under the water in a great spray. It carries its
catch headfirst in flight, usually using both feet to hold the fish. They
build a nest that is an immense mass of dried branches, interwoven with
materials such as stakes, rope, strips of old cloth, plastic, and even
caribou antlers. They can live for 15 to 20 years. I have watched Osprey rather
closely and one time likely too close for comfort. Even though I was on the
ground and their nest far above, a huge Osprey swooped for me, just
inches above my head. This made me think I should be weariing at least a
hat they could carry away, instead of me, when photographing them in the future.
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