The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will be holding their annual Osprey Watch this weekend. This activity allows the public a chance to witness some of America’s best flying anglers in action. Sometimes called fish hawks or sea hawks, they are unique birds of prey that primarily eat fish, which is why they are drawn to the Flaming Gorge area. They are the only hawks in North America whose diet consists almost exclusively of fish. There will be biologists on hand to answer any questions you might have, as well as educational displays so that you can learn more about these birds. DWR Northeastern Region Conservation Outreach Manager Tonya Kieffer-Selby shares that “the largest breeding osprey colony in Utah and one of the largest osprey populations in the interior part of the western U.S. is found at the reservoir.” The event is free and will be held on Saturday, July 8th from 9am to noon. The viewing area and the spotting scopes will be set up near the Flaming Gorge Dam Visitor Center.
