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Red Kite

Milvus milvus

The Red Kite is a beautiful bird with a forked tail and reddish-brown feathers. They soar high in the sky, looking for food like small animals and carrion. Watching them glide is a real treat!

Habitat: Woodlands and open fields

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderAccipitriformesFamilyAccipitridaeGenusMilvus
Red Kite
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Red Kite

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Red Kites are great at catching food while flying!

Red Kites can fly very high and can see their food from far away.

These birds build their nests high in trees to keep their babies safe.

They make a funny, whistling sound when they call to each other.

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch birds from a distance and don’t disturb their nests.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Red Kite usually found?

Woodlands and open fields

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