COSTA RICA
OSPREY
[Pandion haliaetus], (fishing eagle). The plumage is distinctive - almost completely white below and brown above, with a white head striped black through the eyes. It is noted for the skill to scooping fishes rivers or seas while on the wing. It has evolved long talons, barbed between the toes for snatching slippery fish. It is spot nation wide. They build their nests on telegraph poles, canopies, bridges and even car wreckages. Usually lay 3 white eggs with reddish spots.
FAUNA OF COSTA RICA
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