The Osprey is a large fish-eating raptor with long angled wings and a dark stripe through the eye. It occurs near coasts, rivers and lakes on every continent except Antarctica. The bird dives feet-first and uses strong claws and rough foot pads to hold slippery prey. Fish are normally carried head-first during flight. Ospreys readily nest on poles and artificial platforms and recovered strongly after restrictions on DDT.
Locations where this species is supported by a dated first record, an unambiguous single-place outing or a reviewed assignment.
