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Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

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29.5942, -95.0895

Field Notes

Description:

The upper parts are a deep, glossy brown, while the breast is white and sometimes streaked with brown, and the underparts are pure white. The head is white with a dark mask across the eyes, reaching to the sides of the neck. The irises of the eyes are golden to brown, and the transparent membrane is pale blue. The bill is black, with a blue cere, and the feet are white with black talons.

Habitat:

Bay Area Park at Armand Bayou:
Upper Texas Coast (UTC 082) BAY AREA PARK: This Harris County park is situated on Armand Bayou. It has a long board walk for excellent views of the upper part of the bayou.

Notes:

This Osprey was cold and decided to rest on the tree stump after a big meal.
Bay Area Park at Armand Bayou is just 3 miles from NASA Clear Lake.
Take the kids to visit NASA and then a relaxing visit at the Bay Area Park which is on Bay Area road. A must see for birders!

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Comments (1)

Nice series! Beautiful osprey!

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