Black Kite
Black Kite
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The Black Kite is a medium-sized raptor with a widespread distribution across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is highly adaptable and commonly seen near water bodies or human settlements.
Where to spot
Highly adaptable, found in diverse habitats including open woodlands, wetlands, urban areas, and coasts across Eurasia, Africa, and Australia.
How to spot
Look for its dark, somewhat uniform plumage and moderately forked tail, which often appears wedge-shaped or shallowly forked in flight. It has a relatively lazy, flapping flight interspersed with soaring.
When to spot
Year-round in resident populations. Many populations are migratory, making spring and autumn key times for observation during their passage.
Where to spot
Highly adaptable, found in diverse habitats including open woodlands, wetlands, urban areas, and coasts across Eurasia, Africa, and Australia.
How to spot
Look for its dark, somewhat uniform plumage and moderately forked tail, which often appears wedge-shaped or shallowly forked in flight. It has a relatively lazy, flapping flight interspersed with soaring.
When to spot
Year-round in resident populations. Many populations are migratory, making spring and autumn key times for observation during their passage.
Credits:
Ouwesok
Credits:
By Prasan Shrestha - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=135318948
Black Kites are highly opportunistic feeders and are well-known for their habit of scavenging around human activities, often congregating at landfills, fishing harbors, and open markets.
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Spotted
- Recently spotted
- 16130 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 11 hours ago
Monthly observations
9 observations
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