Dyfi Ospreys

Slowly but surely our ospreys have departed, one by one.

After his mother left on 19th August, Gwynant hung around for another 12 days. He was last seen on the larch tree with his father late on Saturday night, 30th August.  His sister, Deri, had become very territorial over the previous few days, not even letting Gwynant land on the nest. He probably left early the following morning, 31st August.

Gwynant (left) with his Dad, Monty



Gwynant reminds us so much of his half brother Einion in 2011 - very independent, easy going and determined. He even left on the same day as Einion, August 31st.

We know that young ospreys can reach Senegal and Gambia in quick time - two to three weeks in most cases. He left 11 days ago, hopefully he is on the last leg of his journey right now.

Deri left the Dyfi on 5th September at 85 days old, just a day older than her brother. We last saw her at 10:33 on the larch perch, she lifted off, gained height, and flew south-west down the estuary. Monty stayed around the nest all day looking for her, fish in talon. But to no avail.

Deri looking at us, looking at her