Ospreys and Great Blue Herons often have a contentious relationship. These
large herons compete with the Ospreys for nest sites and have been known to
prey on osprey eggs. With their dagger-like bills they are well able to look
after themselves even against a raptor, so I would not view this as heron being
victimized. Nature is competition.
Marie
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From: bounce-121667743-5851...@list.cornell.edu
[bounce-121667743-5851...@list.cornell.edu] on behalf of Poppy Singer
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Sent: Wednesday, July 19, 2017 10:47 PM
To: AB Clark
Cc: Annette Nadeau; CAYUGABIRDS-L
Subject: [cayugabirds-l] Osprey and Blue Heron
Twice this week I've been at Salt Point and witnessed an Osprey repeatedly
attacking a Great Blue Heron in the water and in the air. The Heron squawks
loudly each attack. It is distressing to see. Does anyone know what this is
about?
(Mr. White-winged Scoter was still there as well)
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