Heading In by byronbackyard
Ospreys are a relatively long-lived bird species. The oldest known osprey in North America was a 25-year old male. The oldest known female was 23 years old. However, very few individuals live to this age. Chance of survival from one year to the next varies between populations, but is estimated to be approximately 60% for young ospreys (less than 2 years old) and 80 to 90% for adult ospreys.
Canon 450D, EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
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A terrific shot Deb.
Many thanks, nearly over for this season which makes me sad, I’ll miss them but hopefully they’ll breed again next year!
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Stunning Deb!!
Many thanks!
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Wonderful Capture… !
Many thanks!
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Congrats on the feature Deb.
Thanks but it’s not actually a feature with that group, they put that banner for every photo you post, lol!
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Many thanks Hugh!
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Beautiful image!!
Many thanks Marvin!
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wonderful capture Deb :))
Many thanks Trish, end of the season now so I won’t get close again till next year … hopefully!
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Oh wow, thanks so much, very happy making!
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