@mr_bukhsh: Witnessing an Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) emerge from the ocean with a Barracuda is a rare and dramatic display of aerial power. These “fish hawks” are the only raptors specifically evolved to completely submerge themselves during a hunt. The Peregrine Fund The Peregrine Fund Here is how they manage this feat: The Plunge: An Osprey typically dives from heights of 30 to 120 feet, hitting the water at speeds up to 80 mph. Just before impact, they thrust their talons forward and close their nostrils to prevent water entry. The Grip: They possess a reversible outer toe, allowing them to grip slippery prey with two talons in front and two in back (zygodactyl grip). Their feet are also lined with sharp, sandpaper-like spicules for extra traction on the Barracuda’s scales. #howthingsworkz #trendingreels #viral #wildlife #explorepage

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