by Peter Rowland | Friday, October 16, 2020
Black Kite Scientific Name: Haliastur migrans Size: TL 47 to 55 cm What does it look like? The Black Kite is a medium-sized bird of prey (raptor). From a distance it appears almost black, with a light brown bar on the shoulder. The plumage is actually dark brown, with...
by Peter Rowland | Thursday, October 22, 2020
Brahminy Kite Scientific Name: Haliastur indus Size: 45 to 51 cm What does it look like? This beautiful chestnut and white raptor is the unmistakable Brahminy Kite. It is easily recognized by its head, neck and breast and contrasting chestnut belly and upperparts....
by Peter Rowland | Monday, October 19, 2020
Whistling Kite Scientific Name: Haliastur sphenurus Size: 50 to 60 cm What does it look and sound like? The Whistling Kite is chiefly brown, paler and more streaked on the head, neck and underparts. In flight, the margins of the wings are darker, with a pale...
