Black Kite

Milvus migrans

The black kite or fire kite is a medium-sized bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, which also includes many other diurnal raptors. It is thought to be the world's most abundant species of Accipitridae, although some populations have experienced dramatic declines or fluctuations. Current global population estimates run up to 6.7 million individuals.

Scientific name

Milvus migrans

Family

Hawks, Eagles, and Kites

IUCN status

LC