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E5D1E7A2-0ED0-4B90-B872-CDE8FDB03ABC.jpeg (Pandion haliaetus)

Osprey sunning itself after a failed fishing attempt
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Habitat
Its habitat is as varied as its range and this species is found in forests, wetlands, marine environments and coastal areas. The global population of this bird is estimated to be around 460,000 individuals.
Location
North Creek Wetlands trail, Bothell, WA
Date taken
5/25/2020
Scientific name
Pandion haliaetus
Equipment used
Nikon D500 Nikon 500mm f/5.6
Shutter speed, aperture & ISO
ISO 640 - f/5.6. 1/6400 sec
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delia todd
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What a wonderful start you've made to your Gallery with this lovely Osprey.

Can you tell me please... does WA stand for Washington State or Western Australia? Ospreys are found in both areas.

I'll look forward to seeing some more of your pictures Pankuz.
 
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delia todd said:
What a wonderful start you've made to your Gallery with this lovely Osprey.

Can you tell me please... does WA stand for Washington State or Western Australia? Ospreys are found in both areas.

I'll look forward to seeing some more of your pictures Pankuz.
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Washington State. I actually got a around 30 shots of this Osprey in various stretches and poses while he dried out
 

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