In this drawing lesson we’ll show you how to draw an Osprey in 6 easy steps. This step by step lesson progressively builds upon each previous step until you get to the final rendering of an osprey. Follow along with the how to draw an osprey drawing guide below by sketching the red portion of each of the six steps, super easy!

Before we begin the How To Draw an Osprey drawing lesson, here are some fun facts about ospreys you might find interesting, especially for kids.

• Ospreys are large birds of prey known for their impressive fishing skills.
• They are often called “fish hawks” because fish make up nearly all of their diet.
• Ospreys have sharp talons and rough pads on their feet to help grip slippery fish.
• They can dive into the water from great heights to catch fish with amazing accuracy.
• Ospreys build large nests made of sticks, usually on tall structures near water.
• These birds are found on every continent except Antarctica.
• Ospreys have a wingspan that can reach up to six feet, making them powerful fliers.
• They are one of the few bird species that can turn their talons forward and backward for a better grip on prey.
• Ospreys migrate long distances each year, traveling from North America to South America in winter.
• Ospreys play an important role in keeping fish populations balanced and are indicators of healthy aquatic ecosystems.

How To Draw an Osprey – Quick and Easy Step-by-Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Begin by drawing the head, beak and neck of the osprey.

Step 2: Draw the outstretched wings next.

Step 3: Now you can draw the primary wing feathers.

Step 4: Draw in start of the other wing.

Step 5: Finish off the second wing with the primary feathers.

Step 6: Finally, give your osprey some body detail, claws and a tail.

Nice work, now that you’ve completed How To Draw an Osprey, considering adding some shading or coloring to make your bird of prey look realistic! Use the picture below as a guide to shade or color your easy osprey drawing.

Congratulations!

You did it! Congratulations on drawing an Osprey Your first try may not have gone as smoothly as you had hoped, but I’m sure after another attempt or two you will see a big improvement. The best way to learn how to draw an osprey is with practice!

Are you looking for another bird of prey to draw? How about learning how to quickly and easily draw a SNOWY OWL?! Take a look here for another quick and easy drawing tutorial: How to Draw a Snowy Owl