Scissor-tailed Kite

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Scissor-tailed Kite (<em>Chelictinia riocourii</em>) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (<em>Accipitridae</em>) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies.

Overview

Scissor-tailed Kite (Chelictinia riocourii) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (Accipitridae) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Chelictinia; binomial: Chelictinia riocourii; authority: (Temminck, 1821).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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