Black Kite
Black Kite (<em>Milvus migrans</em>) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (<em>Accipitridae</em>) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies.
Overview
Black Kite (Milvus migrans) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (Accipitridae) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies. A brown raptor with a shallow-forked tail, the most numerous kite; highly opportunistic, gathering in cities and dumps; a familiar scavenger in Asia and Australia.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Milvus; binomial: Milvus migrans; authority: (Boddaert, 1783). Typical size: 55-60cm. 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.
