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Elanus leucurus
A medium-sized raptor of open grasslands and savannas, the White-tailed Kite is readily identified by its bright plumage and its habit of hovering while hunting for small mammals.
Commonly found in savanna, open woodlands, marshes, desert grassland, partially cleared lands, and cultivated fields. Generally avoids areas with extensive winter freezes, but rainfall and humidity vary greatly throughout this bird's range. White-tailed Kites hunt over lightly grazed or ungrazed fields where there may be larger prey populations than in more heavily grazed areas.
What a fun pair to spot, and was surprised to see them sitting for quite a while on this old tree.
Spotted on Jan 6, 2013
Submitted on Jan 8, 2013
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@Jellis....was great to find the pair and to have them pose on the old tree that has such character-to-boot!
must be that time of the year. I've been finding them in pairs lately.