Monty returns to mid Wales after epic African adventure
Ospreys have arrived back in mid Wales after flying thousands of miles from Africa on their annual migration.
The Dyfi Osprey Project's male bird, Monty, flew into the reserve near Machynlleth on Monday, the morning after one of the females, Telyn, returned to her breeding nest.
Reserve staff say they are thrilled that once again the birds had completed their 3,000 mile journey.
Warden, Emyr Evans, said Telyn arrived on Sunday evening.
"She returned to her breeding nest from her winter migration and roosted on the birch perch all night. One Monday she spent the day fighting off other birds, mostly crows, the odd gull and a rather mischievous buzzard."
Then on Monday those watching the live camera suddenly realised that she had been joined by Monty.
Emyr said: "After a long flight, Monty pinched the remains of Telyn's fish this morning before resting up for most of the day.
"In the afternoon we saw one successful mating attempt before Monty headed down the estuary. As I type, he has just returned with an enormous mullet. That should keep him and Telyn fed for the night."
"If you are new to the Dyfi Osprey project, you can watch the nest live either directly on Youtube or on our DOP website."
The project has an appeal to cover the costs of its live streaming. For details see www.dyfiospreyproject.com
