Pandion haliaetus  (Osprey)

© Larry Halverson (Photo ID #12121)

Photographer's Submitted Details

Photo Location	Invermere
Photographer	Larry Halverson
Habitat	Lake montane Douglas fir forest
Photo Date	June 12, 2009
Upload Date	September 10, 2010
Elevation (m)
Latitude	50.5492286682129
Longitude	-116.123901367188
Photo ID #	12121
Comments	Osprey talons are specially adapted to allow one of the front toes to rotate backwards so that there are two talons pointing forward and two in reverse on each foot. This helps secure a good grip on the flopping fish. The Osprey is also very quick at adjusting it’s grip on the fish so that the fish's head is facing forward to maintain an aerodynamic profile.