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Gray-headed Kite

Gray-headed Kite

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The Gray-headed Kite is a medium-sized raptor found across Neotropical forests, characterized by its grey head and white underparts. It primarily preys on arboreal snakes, lizards, and large insects.
Where to spot
Humid and semi-humid forests and woodlands from southeastern Mexico south through Central and South America to northern Argentina.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive grey head, contrasting with a black back and white underparts. Often seen soaring above the forest canopy on broad wings or perched upright on an exposed branch within the forest.
When to spot
Year-round, active during daylight hours. Often seen in the early morning or late afternoon, soaring or perched.
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File:Gray-headed Kite (Leptodon cayanensis) (7222539816).jpg
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File:Grey-headed kite (Leptodon cayanensis) immature light morph.JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Leptodon cayanensis.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Leptodon cayanensis - rodrigo lazaro - 323622726.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Leptodon cayanensis Aguililla cabecigrís Grey-headed Kite (7803055114).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Its relatively long tail and broad wings give it excellent maneuverability within the forest canopy, aiding its hunting of arboreal prey.
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