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Osprey incubation

Steve, surveying his surroundings, before settling in for a shift on the egg.

Did You Know?  Osprey incubation is 32-42 days, with an average of 38 days. Female Ospreys do most of the sitting, depending on males to provide food. However, some males handle up to 30% of incubation time.

Read more at the Audubon Society.