Hello from South Central Virginia USA (1 Viewer)

[rcp131]

Hi. I’m happy to have found this forum. I’m looking for assistance with bird identification. This beautiful bird shows up each morning flying over our pasture. We live near a very large lake and mountains. It swoops down and seems to be gathering hay out of the pasture or hunting. Sorry for the picture quality. I had to zoom in to show the birds markings. Can someone identify it for me? Its size is similar to a hawk. Thanks so much for your help.

 

[Bewick]

It's an osprey

Edit- Not 100% sure what its doing over a pasture, they are mainly fish eaters. Might be collecting material for its nest.

 

[Kits]

Welcome to Birdforum. I hope you enjoy your visits.

 

[rcp131]

It's an osprey

Edit- Not 100% sure what its doing over a pasture, they are mainly fish eaters. Might be collecting material for its nest.

Thank you so much. Yes, it does grab hay from an old round bale.

 

[delia todd]

Hi rcp and a warm welcome to you from all the Staff and Moderators.

I'm sure you will enjoy it here and I look forward to hearing your news.

 

[rcp131]

Hi rcp and a warm welcome to you from all the Staff and Moderators.

I'm sure you will enjoy it here and I look forward to hearing your news.

Thanks very much!

 

[Chris G6 UXU]

Hello and welcome to the forum, enjoy and all the best.

 

[Fritz73]

Hola! Welcome to Birdforum

 

[Lisa W]

Hi, welcome to the forum. I think you will find us a friendly and helpful group.