Osprey with Prey

Here is a close look of an osprey with a fish (okay, a beheaded fish) in its talons. He paused on a branch in the mangrove before flying home to share with his partner.

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I observed this osprey on a sunset cruise in Rookery Bay south of Naples, FL.

As we slowly sailed past, I snapped a few more frames. He was keeping an eye on us.

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You can see this strong, muscular raptor bird who snatches fish from the estuary.
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A high (3200) ISO and 1/500 second shutter speed on the Nikon D800 gave me a sharp image from our moving boat.

Author: cathykellyphotography

Independent photographer based in Pittsburgh PA and Naples FL. Nature, landscape and portrait photography. Portfolio includes international work in USA, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Email cathykellyphotography@gmail.com to review work in your area of interest. Nature portfolio includes flowers and wildlife. Prints and digital files for sale. See website: www.cathykellyphotography.com.

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