The Michigan DNR issued a press release this month about the recovery of Osprey population in southern Michigan. It was due to the efforts of the DNR, other organizations and many volunteers. How fortunate we are that we have a number of nesting pairs in the Houghton Lake Flats. When you go, take your binoculars and camera.
The pair in the nest closest to the heron rookery are quite vocal and active in the spring. I have been able to get pictures of them flying, landing on their nest, eating fish or watching from a tree perch.
For the past couple of years one of them has let me know in no uncertain terms he is not happy to see me. He will fly towards me with his high-pitched chirp letting me know it is his turf that I am standing on. Rest assured, all I want is a nice picture to share with everyone.