Ron Wilson reflects on his series of photos showing a baby osprey and parent by saying, “From being patient to being fed, to doing a little stretching … Before long, will be the first flight."
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Osprey in Canada
Ospreys are protected in Canada.
They are safeguarded under several federal and provincial laws aimed at conserving wildlife and their habitats.
Federal Protection
Migratory Birds Convention Act: This act implements the Migratory Birds Convention between Canada and the United States. It provides protection for migratory birds, including ospreys, by regulating hunting, capturing, and possessing migratory birds, their nests, and eggs.
Provincial Protection
Provincial Wildlife Acts: Each province in Canada has its own wildlife legislation that provides additional protection to ospreys. These laws regulate activities that could harm osprey populations, such as disturbing nests, especially during the breeding season.
Conservation Status
Species at Risk: While ospreys are not currently listed as a species at risk in Canada, their protection under the MBCA and provincial laws helps ensure their populations remain stable and healthy.
Habitat Protection
Protected Areas: Many osprey habitats fall within national and provincial parks, wildlife reserves, and other protected areas where conservation efforts are focused on preserving ecosystems.
Conservation Efforts
Nesting Platforms: In some regions, conservationists and wildlife organizations have installed artificial nesting platforms to provide safe nesting sites for ospreys, especially in areas where natural nesting sites are scarce.
