Osprey - incredible

INCREDIBLE - BOTH THE BIRD AND THE PHOTOGRAPHY

 

          Hard to believe this Osprey got 5-6 fish at a time and then got a flounder under 3 feet of water and made off with what looks to be a 5+ lb steelhead. Have you ever seen a bird shake water off like a dog does? Wouldn't want to get in its way when its eyes are locked onto you and his talons are in the "load" position! It's talons are amazing!  Notice how as soon as possible the Osprey turns his prey head-first into the wind to cut down on wind resistance.

 

There are 3 sequences in this one video:

          1st sequence - catches half a dozen fish in one strike.

 

          2nd sequence - plunges talons into deep water to grab the prey.

 

          3rd sequence - captures a big old fish that looks as if it weighs more than he does!

 

This is incredible to watch!

 

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