Carson(?) returns! A full week earlier than last year (this was probably not last year’s resident male, Carson). (3-17-24)
Nest defense (1) Defense of the nest and its potential mate by the male. (3-29-24)
Nest defense (2) Another clip of fierce defensive actions by the male (was the attacker Carson?). (3-29-24)
More territorial battles A 5-minute clip of several nest and aerial skirmishes between 3 ospreys. (3-30-24)
Mating Carson seems to have been the victor, but note the red spot on his chest, an apparent battle wound. (3-31-24)
First egg The first egg was laid sometime today. Here Rachel gives us a good view of it. (4-11-24)
First two eggs The second egg was laid sometime this morning. Here’s a good view of the first two eggs. (4-13-24)
Switching places Carson takes a turn sitting on the eggs so Rachel can stretch her wings and maybe find something to eat. (4-16-24)
Third egg laid! Rachel lays the third egg just after noon today! (4-16-24)
Fourth egg laid! The 4th egg was laid this afternoon. Here, Rachel gives us a better view of all four! (4-19-24)
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