We are dedicated to promoting awareness of Osprey migration, nesting and their natural habitats.
Although EOOC eventually hopes to offer nesting support, for now, please contact Idaho Power (or your local electrical service provider) for help with the installation of mounting poles and nests for Osprey to build nests, lay eggs, and raise their young.
Committed to educating the public on nesting locations, safety precautions , and properly interacting with Osprey in their natural habitat. EOOC is always happy to come and speak to your organization or school; give EOOC a call to find out more information! And don’t forget to check out our new link (coming soon) titled: “Lesson Plans For Teachers & Activities For Students.
Since 2017, we are dedicated to the protection, preservation and awareness of Osprey and their habitats. Osprey play a vital role in maintaining the balance of healthy ecosystems, and their survival is directly linked to the health of our natural resources. Through research, conservation efforts, and advocacy, we strive to safeguard these magnificent creatures and foster their success in integration with the human population. Because we are a pro fishing & hunting and hunting organization, just like the birds we seek to help, we also believe in protecting the rights for people to fish & hunt on public lands.
Donations of $50 earn a free EOOC beverage tumbler & EOOC sticker.
Donations of $100 earn a free EOOC hat. Donations of $250 earn a free EOOC shirt. Donations of $500 earn a free EOOC: hat, shirt, beverage tumbler & sticker.
Your donations support: the merchandise you receive as a thank you gift, equipment used to live stream osprey nest, computer contractor needed to run the live stream & also the web site, electrical contractor to maintain camera in nest & perform electrical supply work too, government fees & also any licensing associated with the business, etc. Your donations do not go towards salaries or wages of any kind for any party associated with EOOC.
Osprey: western osprey (Pandion haliaetus)
Latin: Genus Pandion = Mythical Greek king of Athens, and species haliaetus = sea eagle.
Other Common Names: Sea hawk, River hawk, Fish hawk.
Description: Large diurnal raptor or bird of prey reaching more than 24” in length and 71” wingspan. Deep glossy brown undercarriage, white breast plate, white head. Male has slimmer body, more narrow wings, and smaller white breast band wrapping around breast plate towards the wings.
Life Span: 7-10 years, rarely as old as 20 – 25 years.
Primary Diet: 99% fish, up to 4.4lbs.
Breading Season: Spring.
Range: All continents, except Antarctica.
Nesting Habitat: Any location near and preferably overlooking a body of water with adequate food supply. Nests are usually constructed atop (but not limited to) a rock outcrop, tree, or utility pole.
Nesting Materials: Comprised of sticks (from driftwood to fresh tree limbs selected and then harvested by the Osprey) grasses, seaweed, and any other material readily available (alfalfa/hay bailing string, plastic tarps, etc.).
Wintering Grounds: In North America, Osprey travel to South America for the winter. Some Osprey do not migrate south for the winter at all, other Osprey migrate to the southern part of North America- including the southern part of the United States.
Eggs: Female lays 2-4 eggs within a month of mating, which then incubate for 35-43 days.
Chicks: Weight is between 1.8 – 2.1 oz. and fledge in 8 – 10 weeks.
Special Adaptations: Reversed outer toes with sharp spicules on the underside of all toes. Closeable nostrils to keep water out. Backward facing scales on talons that act as barbs to hold prey and keep it from escaping. Dense, oily plumage that prevents feathers from getting waterlogged.
Mating: Life pairing which can begin in the form of a partnership as early as age 5 months.
EOOC appreciates the extra help and effort that the following parties have provided. Many thanks to Amber Downie, Devin Bowermaster from Northwind Computers, and Natalie Turley, and the rest of the Idaho Power staff.
