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Osprey Nest Cam

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Live view of an osprey nest. Watch these amazing fish hawks as they raise their young and demonstrate their incredible hunting abilities.

Viewing Tips

  • Best viewing times are early morning and late afternoon when parents are most active
  • Use the YouTube chat to connect with other viewers and share observations
  • Be patient - nature operates on its own schedule

Meet the Family

Get to know the eagles that call this nest home

The Parents

Male Osprey

Female

The male osprey is responsible for catching fish and bringing them back to the nest. Known for their distinctive hovering and diving techniques.

Female Osprey

Male

The female osprey guards the nest and cares for the young. She is larger and stays close to protect the chicks from predators.

Osprey Facts

5 ft
Wingspan
15-20 years
Lifespan in Wild
2-4 eggs
Clutch Size

Did You Know?

  • Ospreys are expert fishermen, diving feet-first into water to catch fish with their reversible outer toe and sharp talons
  • They have a 99% diet of live fish, making them one of the most specialized raptors
  • Ospreys are found on every continent except Antarctica, making them one of the most widespread raptor species
  • They build large stick nests that can be reused and added to for many years, sometimes weighing over 400 pounds