Stretching her wings a day before first flight, this juvenile Osprey is ready to fledge from the nest in Belongil Estuary, Byron Bay. Mum is nearby on a pole watching after encouraging the juvenile to fly for several days. Canon 450D, EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
Comments
Nice work!!
Many thanks, she’s gorgeous isn’t she!
– byronbackyard
August 26, 2010

Many thanks Teresa, very happy making!
– byronbackyard
Congratulations on your wonderful feature, brilliant work.
Many thanks for your kind comment!
– byronbackyard
27 August 2010 (one image per day)
Awesome capture love it.
Many thanks Julie, she’s still my most favourite bird of all!
– byronbackyard