Ospreys living the new high life
A company has gone to unusual lengths to protect a nest of osprey chicks which made a home on a moored barge in the Pilbara.
Marine and Civil staff built a special platform for the birds after discovering two chicks on the moveable support legs of the barge at Point Samson boat harbour.
The company carried out a carefully-planned, 45-minute operation with Pilbara Wildlife Carers to move the chicks to the platform.
The move appeared to be successful with the parent ospreys returning to the area 20 minutes later.
Department of Parks and Wildlife officer Ty Matson said the department was aware of six incidents statewide where work had been impacted osprey nests in the past year.
““The department would like companies to be aware of the issue and if necessary, approach DPaW for advice,” he said.
Getting a lift to the new home.
