ospreys

[US]/'ɒsprɪ/
[UK]/'ɑspre/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a type of fish-eating bird of prey with white underparts, also known as the osprey

Example Sentences

Some of those species on the upland and salt marsh areas are Canada Geese, Yellow, Common Yellowthroat and Redstart warblers, Osprey, Oystercatchers, Willets, and Tree Sparrow.

The osprey caught a fish in its talons.

Ospreys are skilled hunters of the sea.

I spotted an osprey perched on a tree branch.

Ospreys build their nests near bodies of water.

The osprey's distinctive white head makes it easy to identify.

Watching an osprey dive into the water is a thrilling sight.

Ospreys migrate long distances between their breeding and wintering grounds.

The osprey is also known as the sea hawk.

Ospreys have a wingspan of up to 6 feet.

Photographers often seek to capture images of ospreys in flight.

Real-world Examples

Carla fetches an osprey from the collection so she can compare the feathers.

Source: Space – Verge Science

The fishhawk, or osprey, is not so large as the eagle; but he has, like the eagle, a hooked bill and sharp claws.

Source: Original Chinese Language Class in American Elementary Schools

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