Interesting article about ospreys
This just popped up in my Google News feed, and I thought I'd share it with my fellow osprey fanciers here at DU! 
https://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/2021/05/flying-fishermen-the-key-features-that-help-ospreys-hunt/
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I will definitely read this. Thanks so much for the link!
'Ospreys are supremely adapted to hunting with maximum efficiency. Even with their physiological advantages there is a high energy demand on their bodies. Being packed full of protein and calories each catch quickly replenishes any lost energy, with the male osprey often taking first dibs on the most nutrient-rich part of the fish – the head.
What were weak wobbly-headed chicks barely 2 weeks ago, are now healthy young osplets beginning to develop their adult osprey features! Thanks to the excellent hunting skills of LM12 and the attentive feeding of NC0 the pair will quickly pile on 70% of their body weight within the first month alone.
Time really does fly! Join us as we watch them grow, and follow the exciting events of NC0 and LM12 navigating parenthood on our live webcam.'
OK, going out, just heard their call!
I've been thoroughly enjoying watching Ellen's Osprey family rearing their young! [div class="excerpt" 