Ospreys Breed in Ireland for the First Time in More Than 200 Years

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Fancy some good news? New osprey chicks provide hope for a comeback amid reintroduction efforts. 

A pair of ospreys has successfully bred in Ireland for the first time in 200 years, according to a statement from Ulster Wildlife. The birds produced at least two—possibly three—chicks at a confidential location in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. 

For the full Ulster Wildlife story see: https://www.ulsterwildlife.org/news/ospreys-breed-ireland-first-time-over-200-years

For the full Smithsonial magazine story see https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/ospreys-breed-in-ireland-for-the-first-time-in-more-than-200-years-180982798/#:~:text=A%20pair%20of%20ospreys%20has,in%20County%20Fermanagh%2C%20Northern%20Ireland

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