Black-winged Kite
Black-winged Kite (<em>Elanus caeruleus</em>) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (<em>Accipitridae</em>) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies.
Overview
Black-winged Kite (Elanus caeruleus) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (Accipitridae) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies. A small pale raptor with black shoulder patches and red eyes; famous for hovering like a kestrel while hunting rodents; spreads worldwide, now common in open farmland.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Elanus; binomial: Elanus caeruleus; authority: (Desfontaines, 1789). Typical size: 30-35cm. Average lifespan: 10-20 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic, Africa, the Oriental Region and Australasia.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
