what is black-shouldered kite?
It is a small raptor found in open habitat throughout Australia.
Black-shouldered kite
The black-shouldered kite ("Elanus axillaris"), also known as the Australian black-shouldered kite, is a small raptor found in open habitat throughout Australia.
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Black-shouldered kite [SEP] Introduction
The black-shouldered kite ("Elanus axillaris"), also known as the Australian black-shouldered kite, is a small raptor found in open habitat throughout Australia. It resembles similar species found in Africa, Eurasia and North America, including the black-winged kite, a species that has in the past also been called "black-shouldered kite". Measuring around in length with a wingspan of , the adult black-shouldered kite has predominantly grey-white plumage and prominent black markings above its red eyes. It gains its name from the black patches on its wings. The primary call is a clear whistle, uttered in flight and while hovering. It can be confused with the related letter-winged kite in Australia, which is distinguished by the striking black markings under its wings.