Friday, July 16, 2021

Breakfasting Osprey sees off cheeky Black Kites



Osprey's breakfasting turns to alarm as pair of Black Kites swoop in looking to steal the catch at Town Common Conservation Park this morning.


So, fly over to nearby nest and drop fish off with partner.


Then, rise to see off cheeky kites. One or two close dives enough to see them off. Don't know if fish was returned. Likely not, sharing being a sometime thing with the Osprey pair.



    

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