What is the Black-shouldered Kite?

The black-shouldered kite ( Elanus axillaris ), Australian black-shouldered kite , or simply Australian 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".

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Black-shouldered Kite

Elanus axillaris

The black-shouldered kite ( Elanus axillaris ), Australian black-shouldered kite , or simply Australian kite , is a small raptor found in open habitat throughout Australia.

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Black-shouldered Kite

Elanus axillaris

The black-shouldered kite ( Elanus axillaris ), Australian black-shouldered kite , or simply Australian kite , is a small raptor found in open habitat throughout Australia.

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