There was a platform on a pole that they put in place to attract the birds, and the metal you see is to help in supporting the nest from the weight and inclement weather. The Osprey did the actual nest building. This nest is about 4 years old, and measures about 5'-6' in diameter.
Photogirl824 says:
great shot doug
Jag says:
Was the metal supporting the nest put there to attract them to nest there?
Crazyhorse says:
There was a platform on a pole that they put in place to attract the birds, and the metal you see is to help in supporting the nest from the weight and inclement weather. The Osprey did the actual nest building. This nest is about 4 years old, and measures about 5'-6' in diameter.
Jag says:
Thanks for the explanation!