Monday, March 04, 2013

Osprey catching fish

A friend sent me this link. It an osprey catching fish. It's amazing.

Here's the description:

"I can't believe this Osprey got 5-6 fish at a time, then got a flounder under 3' of water, and then made off with what looks to be a 5+ lb. steelhead.

I've never seen a bird shake water off like a dog does - wouldn't want to get in the way of him when he's got his eyes locked and his talons in the "load" position! Its talons are amazing!

There are 3 sequences in this one video:

1st sequence he catches half a dozen fish in one strike.

2nd sequence he plunges full body into deep water right to the bottom to grab his prey.

3rd sequence he captures a big old fish that looks as if it weighs more than he does!"

(Here it is in small size, but you really should click the link above and watch it in full screen mode):

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