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Black-shouldered Kite

Elanus axillaris

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Field Notes

Notes:

This red eyed wonder was spotted having a meal not far from Samsonvale Cemetery.
The Kite did seem to be a bit picky however on which was the best part of its lunch. Very easily disembowelling its prey and then dropping the insides to the ground. Preferring the nice red meat instead.

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Black-shouldered Kite, Black-shouldered Kite | BIRDS in BACKYARDS

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Comments (4)
Arun
Great shot ..

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Wilds of South-East Queensland
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Hunters & Animal Food Habits
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PublishedMarch 11, 2012

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