I was idly watching some mallards swim across the big pond at Magnolia Cemetery when I heard the splash. By the time I had him sighted he was out of the water.
Osprey often go completely under when they dive. I’m not sure this pond is deep enough for that but he still had to work very hard to get airborne with his catch.
Finally up in the air, the Osprey hung on to the fish with both feet.
A branch hanging over the water provided a perfect lunch spot with a view.
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Wonderful series. Beautiful backgrounds in the first two shots.
Thank you, Belinda!
Wow, wow, wow Ellen! These are amazing. Like he proudly posed for you in the first shot! What a great setting, the colours and reflection are awesome, and oh, the shape of those wings (1st shot). And the 3rd and 4th shots add so much to the story! Well done!
Thank you, Liz, for all those kind comments! He did seem pleased with himself. The Osprey are quite entertaining and this spot had the perfect set up for me to see his flight.
Great timing on your part (and his!)