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Osprey near Grand Canyon This parent osprey was protecting its nesting hatchlings (also in gallery). First time to witness how protective they are over their young. Very aggressive toward intruders (photographers). Osprey,Pandion haliaetus Click/tap to enlarge

Osprey near Grand Canyon

This parent osprey was protecting its nesting hatchlings (also in gallery). First time to witness how protective they are over their young. Very aggressive toward intruders (photographers).

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The osprey, also called sea hawk, river hawk, and fish hawk, is a diurnal, fish-eating bird of prey with a cosmopolitan range. It is a large raptor reaching more than 60 cm in length and 180 cm across the wings. It is brown on the upperparts and predominantly greyish on the head and underparts.

Similar species: Diurnal Birds Of Prey
Species identified by Stephen Philips
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By Stephen Philips

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Uploaded May 16, 2015.