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Osprey

Pandion haliaetus carolinensis

Photo by Rustic 41
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Field Notes

Description:

The osprey is a large raptor that is brown with a white underside, throat, and top of its head.

Habitat:

Osprey are found on all continents with the exception of Antarctica.

Notes:

Osprey are also called by several other names: sea eagle; fish hawk; sea hawk; fish eagle; and river hawk.

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Comments (3)
Rustic 41
Thanks to Bhagya Herath and Rosa Maria for your compliments!
Rosa Maria
Nice photos!! Also a great comparison of the eye color between adults and juveniles!

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PublishedMay 26, 2014

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