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White-tailed kite
Elanus leucurus
40.8635, -124.094
Field Notes
Description:
It was great to see this kite. It was the first time I've been able to get a picture of this species. A smallish raptor with elongated wings and tail. The plumage is gull-like with grey upper parts with black shoulders and wingtips. The head, tail, and underparts are white. It also has noticeable red eyes.
Habitat:
Spotted in a treetop at the Arcata Marsh Bird Sanctuary.
Reference Links:
White-tailed kite - Wikipedia
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Photographed
PublishedNovember 28, 2021
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