We observed a very unusual hunting technique of Ospreys on nearby Crescent Lake. Typical foraging techniques include diving for fish from 20, 30, 40 feet or even higher. One of the Ospreys here repeatedly flew only one to two feet above the surface and then smashed into the water after fish. It was unsuccessful at least seven times.
They dive headfirst toward the water and at the last minute turn so their talons enter the water and hopefully for them (not so much so for the fish!) come up with a fish which they then orient forward to make flying with it as aerodynamic as possible for the Osprey.
Interesting Signs
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