Black Kite : Found
An article recently revealed that black kites have been found to nest in a tower structure located in Chennai.
- They are medium-sized birds of prey in the family Accipitridae.
- Unlike others in the group, black kites are opportunistic hunters and spend much time soaring and gliding in thermals in search of food.
- These are medium-sized raptors. Their dorsal coloration is mostly brown, which fades to a darker brown towards the tips of the wings and tail.
- They have small, bead-like dark brown eyes and a large black, hook-shaped beak for tearing flesh and consuming their prey.
- They live in a wide variety of habitats from wetlands, river edges, coasts, grassland, open savannas, shrubland and woodlands.
- They are mainly found in tropical portions of Australasia, Eurasia, and Africa.
- They are monogamous and form strong pair bonds that may last for life.
- They are extremely versatile feeders, taking carrion as well as live birds, mammals, fish, lizards, amphibians and invertebrates, and even vegetable matter such as palm oil fruits.
- Conservation Status:
- IUCN: Least Concern
- Wild Life Protection Act, 1972: Schedule-II
