John,
Fascinating! I am at a loss to explain the Osprey's behavior. Sorry this
happened with Orpheus. He is not dangerous. I have never seen an Osprey
display like that unless it was seriously threatened. Like crows, Ospreys
have excellent memories and remember those who have traumatize them in th
Speaking of dive-bombing, I’ve had an interesting time the last few days. I’ve
been going down to Salt Point in the evening for a walk. When I get to the end
of the long straight path and turn to walk past the Osprey nest pole, for
several days in a row now, a RW Blackbird has started scolding
