12/27/2023 0 Comments Black soldier kite![]() ![]() ![]() Habitat: Heathland, marshland, moorland, plains, coastal areas, and even mountainsides.Migration: Kites are migratory birds that migrate to sub-Saharan Africa during winter months, usually staying near coastal areas or mountain ranges where food is abundant year round.Range: The species breeds across sub-Saharan Africa from Senegal to Ethiopia northern South America Southern Europe (except for Greece) north-west India Sri Lanka Madagascar continental Southeast Asia including Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia.They also have yellow legs, and long black talons. It has a black hooked beak with a yellow cere, and gape. Its back and outermost flight feathers, are black with some white barring/patterning. Identification: The Black Kite has a dark brown plumage throughout with lighter shading on the head, face, neck, breast and belly regions.2.26 The Black Kites eyesight is 4x stronger than humans. ![]() 2.25 Black Kites can dive at a speed of nearly 100 mph.2.24 Black kites are the most widely distributed raptors in the world.2.23 French sailors who kept them as pets on long sea voyages.2.22 It uses its long tail to assist with maneuverability.2.21 Black Kites will migrate when food sources are low.2.20 The Black Kite has a wide range of vocalizations.2.18 The biggest populations can be found in Southern Asia.2.17 They will perch on high power lines, waiting for prey to cross.2.16 Black Kites have been recorded soaring at high heights.2.15 Black kites use an unusual hunting technique.2.14 They hunt by watching the ground for movement.2.13 They make a “sweeping” gesture with their wings.2.12 Nestling’s will begin hopping from branches within 52 days.2.11 The male and female share responsibility for building the nest.2.10 They build their nests on tree branches, cliff ledges, or buildings.2.9 Nesting sites are made from many materials.2.8 Black kites perform a complex aerial courtship ritual.2.7 They are a monogamous species, meaning they mate for life.2.4 Chicks stay at their nest for up to 2 months.2.3 The Black Kite has a long lifespan.2.2 The Black Kite is from the genus Milvus.2.1 They live all over the world except Antarctica. ![]()
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