Ospreys have made one of Scotland's greatest conservation success stories, recovering from extinction to over 300 pairs. Individual bird welfare is supported by nest protection, monitoring, and prey availability.
Individual ospreys face welfare risks from persecution, illegal nest disturbance, and reduced fish availability in some areas. Monitored nest sites with protection through volunteer wardening directly reduce disturbance stress during the critical breeding period. Supporting fish-rich water bodies through pollution control improves prey availability and feeding success for osprey welfare.