Black-shouldered Kite

Elanus axillaris

Least Concern

The Black-shouldered Kite is a bird of prey of Australia, New Zealand, and nearby islands. It uses keen vision and powerful feet or bill to hunt, scavenge, or catch fish and other prey, often soaring on rising air over forest, wetland, grassland, mountains, or open country.

Family

Accipitridae

Group

Vultures, Hawks, and Allies

Range

Black-shouldered Kite Range — Resident or seasonal range in Australia, New Zealand, and nearby islands

Population

≈ Unknown

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