Wow! this is an amazing shot Debra. So meaningful. You are talking protection and the wing of the mother fit so perfectly over the young to express that protection. This is what I call a gift from mother nature. There is a chance out of millions that an action shot willl result showing protection of the mother so perfectly. Great job Debra.
I have become so attached to watching the Osprey’s journey during their stay in Manitoba. I watched and read about their habits and responsibility to the nest and their little ones. I feel very fortunate to have this experience. Thank you Yves for your kind comments they are always appreciated.
A wonderful capture of the mother returning to her nestlings, Debra. I love the detail you captured here and how the young one was trying to defend the nest too. It's kind of shocking to think she had to defend them from a group of osprey, as if raising them wasn't already tough enough. Hoping they can stay safe.
I hope so as well. I had noticed in the spring a couple of other males hanging around. I am not sure if these could be two year old osprey returning to the area they were born in. I have read that when they are old enough to mate they will come back to the same area. I have not found another nest near by yet. She certainly is a force to be reckoned with and so was the one little one. I am going to be away for 6 days so I will probably miss the juveniles fledging. Thanks Heather I always look forward to your feedback.
