Author Archives: Harriett Raptor

Harriett: “Every evening, Monday-Friday, around 6 o’clock the Doctor gets home from work. The first thing he does is scan the backyard for bird activity. If he sees any, immediately he  picks up his camera, with the tripod and new … Continue reading →

“It’s almost 6 o’clock,” said Harriett. “So what,” replied Ozzie, feigning ignorance. “We talked about this before!”  Harriett abruptly burst forth a disapproving vocalization. “I want you to go down there and be neighborly.” “Down where?” Ozzie stalled. Harriett’s tolerance … Continue reading →

“I don’t know,” said Ozzie. “I don’t like them fooling around near our nest.” “It’ll just be for a few minutes,” Harriet explained.  “Something is wrong with the camera and they need to figure it out.” Ozzie cocked his head … Continue reading →

Harriett Brooding Attention! Osprey friend number 163 has voiced an important concern. Perhaps Harriett is using her telepathic and telekinetic powers to disable the camera on this Mother’s Day weekend. Perhaps she just wants a little privacy. Harriett shows off … Continue reading →

High tide behind the doctor’s giant nest Those are very interesting facts you provided us regarding the Salt Marsh,” said the Doctor in a very happy and up beat thought transfer. “Well, I’m glad you found them interesting. I have … Continue reading →

“It looks good, it smells good and it feels good.” Harriett describes her home. The Tidal Marsh or Salt Marsh, is the zone between land and open salt water that is regularly flooded by the tides. “It’s a great place … Continue reading →

I’m a little bit uncomfortable discussing Our Mission, especially after such an eventful homecoming. The challenges Ozzie and I have faced this year have been formidable. The Taj Mahal is certainly a comfortable and secure platform. It was nice to … Continue reading →

“Doctor, come quick!” said the female H. sapien that lives with the Doctor, in his giant nest, on the bank of the North River. The Doctor slowly turned in his bed. His low back and muscles argued, “this is a … Continue reading →

“Hello Harriett,” transmitted the Doctor. “Hello Doctor,” Harriett responded immediately. She was in the mood to exchange thoughts. “What is that green stuff Ozzie has been dropping in all day?” “Just green stuff,” thought Harriett. “It smells good.” “At first … Continue reading →

Incubation refers to the process by which certain oviparous (egg-laying) animals hatch their eggs, and to the development of the embryo within the egg. The most vital factor of incubation is the constant temperature required for its development over a specific period. The act of sitting on eggs … Continue reading →