Ospreys return to Powys 'earlier than ever' after winter migration

Ospreys return to Powys 'earlier than ever' after winter migration

Dyfi Osprey Project’s mating pair of birds returned to the nest after their migration, arriving back in Mid Wales earlier than ever.

Spring migration - Life Publications

Spring bird migration has been described as the great rush north – as birds race back to favoured northerly breeding grounds after winters spent in milder more southerly locations as far away as Antarctica. With individual birds, whether seasoned migrants or first-time returners, vying for prime territory or the perfect mate, there is a real sense of urgency about their movements. It is rare for spring migrants to hang around in any one place fo…