The Osprey Pandion haliatus
The osprey, our local fish eating raptor, has made it’s way back to our area after it’s spring migration from South America! This week, learn about this fascinating bird of prey that we all love to see soaring above our waters.
Hear more osprey calls here: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Osprey/sounds
Osprey Activities + Family Resources
Fast Facts: Osprey
Read this printable Fact Sheet and learn how to explore more about the osprey.
Family Resources- Watch and Discuss
Osprey- Watch “On the Water and in the Field-Ospreys-They’re Back!” Then discuss what you learned!
Fast Facts Follow Up- Crossword Puzzle
After reading Fast Facts: Osprey, challenge yourself to this crossword puzzle!
Coloring Page- Osprey in Flight
Color this osprey like they are found in nature, or be creative!
Osprey Search + Find Coloring Page
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Coloring Page Osprey Nest
Try out this scenic coloring page of the osprey and it’s nest.
Teacher and Student Resources
Teacher/Student Resources- Watch and Respond
Osprey- Watch “On the Water and in the Field-Ospreys-They’re Back!” Then respond to the questions.
Teacher/Student Resource- DDT in the Food Web Fact Sheet
Learn how pesticides caused the decline of osprey populations.