Osprey in action
Jun 27, 2017 09:01:03 #
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Jun 28, 2017 06:52:45 #
Jun 28, 2017 09:02:41 #
Note the curved talons. One can be moved to front or rear for a better grip. They typically grab the fish in the direction the fish is swimming. One problem is that the talons can make it more difficult to release an oversized fish and end up getting drowned. I have seen them "remove" the head of a fish in flight, probably to reduce the squirm! No, I didn't get a picture!
Jun 28, 2017 09:44:47 #
RayofSunshine wrote:
A great experience with Osprey in Maine.
Thanks, it was a challenge getting the shots.
Jun 28, 2017 09:45:52 #
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Jul 1, 2017 16:57:57 #
I have tried to get that first image and usually wind up with nothing more than the splash. The dive is just so quick that it's extremely hard to follow with a long lens (500mm prime). I will keep trying.
Jul 4, 2017 12:14:27 #
Congratulations on being ready when the action started! Nice series! Really tells a story.
Jul 4, 2017 13:42:16 #
RayofSunshine wrote:
A great experience with Osprey in Maine.
That first photo, just before he hits the water ... what size lens were you using?
Jul 21, 2017 08:06:04 #
Outstanding set. I watched an eagle grab what I think was a large trout. It was pulled down to its neck and wing tips before it could or would let go. I have pictures but the quality is not too great. Thanks for sharing..
Sterling
Sterling
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