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Saving a Species: Osprey

Once a rare sight, Ospreys are now seen in Essex County soaring over coastlines, diving into waters to catch fish and perching on their large nests.

Since 2008, Greenbelt has focused on Osprey conservation by building and maintaining nesting platforms, collecting data, educating the public, and collaborating on research to advance Osprey conservation.

Donate to Support Osprey Program    Interactive Map of Osprey Nests in Northeast Massachusetts


Osprey Cam

Osprey Annie & Squam will be in southern climates until Spring.  Join us then when the OspreyCam will again be live, and they return and (hopefully) add new chicks to the Osprey population in Northeast Massachusetts.

2024 Osprey Season Recap


Virtual Osprey Story

Learn about Greenbelt’s Osprey conservation program in this multi-media presentation.

Ospreys of Essex County


Osprey Annual Reports

Each year, Greenbelt provides an update on the status of Osprey breeding in Essex County.

Growth of Osprey Population


Become A Citizen Scientist!

Join Greenbelt as a volunteer to help monitor active Osprey nests north of Boston.

Program Requirements


Osprey Sightings & Monitoring Form

Greenbelt’s Osprey Volunteers report on nest activity.

Report a Sighting, See Latest Sightings