The eldest chick (5R0) took off last Sunday 14th July at 9:08am followed by 5R2 a couple of hours later, 5R1 on Thursday morning and finally 5H6 on Monday 22nd at 15:28. This has been an amazing success with all chicks looking in great condition and now learning to explore the skies!

Webcam footage of 5R0 fledging on Sunday 14th July

They’re still coming back to the nest for fish from the parents and will continue to do so for the next few weeks before starting to think about making their migration in August/September. They’ll begin exploring the wider area within the harbour and we’ll hopefully see the young ones starting to explore on our upcoming Osprey Cruises!

This season has been incredibly special so far, and it has been a joy to share the experience with so many people online and at Careys Secret Garden.

If you haven’t been able to see the Ospreys at their nest site your final opportunity this season will be on Wed 24th July & Thu 1st August when we’re running free Osprey pop-up watches at Careys Secret Garden between 11am-3pm, with tours starting on the hour, every hour. We’ll hopefully see the chicks coming back to the nest to be fed by their parents and taking their first few flights!

Access to the pop-ups will only be possible to visitors to the gardens so please make sure to book tickets in advance on the Careys Secret Garden Website. Donations welcome on the day!

Fourth chick 5H6 fledging from the camera pole yesterday