The noble osprey has been named Stafford Township’s official raptor. The proclamation came at the October meeting of mayor and council.
HIGH-RISERS: Once threatened by egg collectors, hunters and toxic insecticides, the osprey has been making a comeback around here, and the Stafford council recently proclaimed the bird as the township’s official raptor.
Mayor Greg Myhre shared some pertinent facts. The osprey is also known as the seahawk, river hawk and fish hawk. The diurnal fish-eating bird of prey is the second most prevalent raptor species in the world and an essential part of Stafford’s ecosystem. Adult ospreys can grow to 2 feet long, with wingspans up to 6 feet.
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