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Elanoides forficatus
"The largest of North America kites, has black upperparts which contrast with white head and underparts. In flight it shows long pointed wings with black flight feathers and white wing linings. Has a 15-16 inch-long black tail with deep fork. The neck, breast and belly are white."
Open Pine Woodlands
New yardbird. :)
Spotted on Sep 4, 2012
Submitted on Sep 4, 2012
3 Comments
Thank you, Maria. It was a great surprise to find this guy over my yard.
What nice flight photos!
Great series of this beautiful bird, Liam!