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Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

Description:

Gray hawk

Habitat:

Top of trees in country setting

4 Comments

Thanks, so interesting!

Rosa Maria
Rosa Maria 8 years ago

No problem! I don't know if they eat fish, but I do know they eat a variety of insects, amphibians, and reptiles. I know if they are nonreleasable they may be fed chicks, hamsters, and mice. Here is a website to learn more about them in your area! Oklahoma is a breeding ground for these lovely raptors. http://www.odwc.ok.gov/wildlifemgmt/spec...

Thanks, I have a pair that hang around my backyard. I live out in the country somewhat. I also have a koi pond, wondering if that's an attraction for them? We miss fish occasionally.

Rosa Maria
Rosa Maria 8 years ago

Nice!

Edmond, Oklahoma, USA

Spotted on Jul 9, 2015
Submitted on Jul 12, 2015

Spotted for Mission

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