Oh it feels so long ago now that Pia has taken to the skies! But just a few days ago, Mocha-SOCAL caught this snapshot of mom, Rachel, and Pia sharing a moment in the nest. We can almost hear Rachel whisper, “You can do it kiddo!” Young Ospreys make their first migration alone, instinctively knowing
Ode to the Last Osprey
With two siblings fledged and flying the skies, there’s just one left to go! Explore.org fan and Osprey Cam viewer, Sabine, wrote this Ode to Pia for encouragement! Little Mia Pia, sitting on the ledge,Waiting for the time just right to fledge,And keeping her viewers(Among which no boo-ers)All hopping and popping and much on edge. In this snapshot,
Congratulations Rachel and Steve!
Our first Osprey chick has broken out of its shell to greet mom and dad in the nest! Read this note and update from Charlie below: You’ve followed the love story of Rachel and Steve, Hog Island Maine’s resident ospreys, joining them in a springtime reunion after a winter spent apart, celebrating as they turned a nest
Night Hatchling
Check out this short video of our first Osprey chick from last year’s nesting. Rachel keeps a watchful eye on chick #1 as it emerges from its shell over the course of a night. Once out, around 1:32, s/he begins to build the strength to lift its head up. If only human babies developed so
