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Ospreys' Reunion: Love and Intrigue at Foulshaw Moss
7 Apr
Summary
- An osprey pair returned to their nesting site after a long migration.
- A younger female osprey was seen off by the established resident.
- The birds are expected to nest and potentially breed this season.
A long-standing osprey pair has successfully returned to their nesting site at Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve, much to the delight of wildlife enthusiasts.
The male osprey, identified as White YW, arrived back at the reserve near Witherslack on March 28. His partner, Blue 35, rejoined him earlier this week, ending a period of anxious waiting for those monitoring their progress via an online stream.
This pair has been a fixture at Foulshaw Moss since 2013 and has successfully bred every year since 2014. Their return this year was particularly notable as a younger female osprey, Blue 717, had initially attempted to occupy the nest. However, the established female, Blue 35, successfully defended her territory.
The returning ospreys are expected to remain at the 900-acre reserve until August or September. Eggs are anticipated within the next month, continuing the cycle of breeding at this vital wetland habitat. Live online feeds are available for viewers to observe the birds' activities.
