Infographic: The amazing osprey
Ospreys are unique in that they are a single species spread worldwide. They have changed very little over millions of years, and their evolutionary adaptations have made them highly skilled fish hunters.
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Peregrine falcons use speed to feed
The avian equivalent of a fighter jet, peregrine falcons are the fastest members of the animal kingdom. When they dive to capture their prey, they can reach speeds of over 200 mph.
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A great year for the ospreys of OPPD
The osprey chicks at Fort Calhoun Station will take flight soon, and this year we have osprey chicks at North Omaha Station, as well.
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Beak Randby’s big adventure
The "especially feisty" peregrine falcon chick gave observers a scare when she disappeared from webcam view just over a week after being banded. But fear not! She's been found and is being closely watched by her parents.
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Falcon chick at North Omaha is thriving
After losing all of their chicks over the past two years, this year Lewis and Clark have a chick that is doing well. It's a hearty eater that's growing quickly and already testing out its wings.
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Catching up with OPPD’s resident raptors
The first peregrine falcon chick of the year hatches at North Omaha Station, and osprey chicks should hatch soon at Fort Calhoun Station.
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