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November 8, 2025
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Migratory Osprey From Russia Rescued in Siaya After Long Journey

Migratory Osprey From Russia Rescued in Siaya After Long Journey

The bird, which feeds mainly on fish, was discovered early Friday morning by local fishermen who noticed it struggling after becoming entangled in their net. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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An Osprey, a migratory bird of prey from Russia, was rescued in Siaya County, Kenya, after becoming entangled in a fishing net. The bird, bearing a Russian identification tag, is now undergoing rehabilitation before being released back into the wild.

  • The bird was discovered early Friday morning by local fishermen in Ugingo Village, Usigu Sub-location.
  • A Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) team from Siaya, led by Deputy County Warden Byatt Shikanga, responded to the incident.
  • The Osprey was transported to the Raptor Centre in Soysambu Conservancy under the direction of Head of the KWS Veterinary Department Isaac Lekolool and raptor specialist Simon Thomsett from the Kenya Bird of Prey Trust.

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