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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. Long, narrow, pointed wings. Long white tail. Gray back and wings. White face and underside. Black spot on inner portion of wings. Eyes red.
On a wire, Stewart Road on Galveston Island, TX.
Spotted on Mar 1, 2013
Submitted on Mar 12, 2013
4 Comments
They have striking markings. I really think they are a cool bird. :)
Beautiful bird.
Thanks :)
Nice one!