Black Shouldered Kite

  • Season: #SeeSharjah 2024
  • Category: Nature & Scenic Beauty
  • Description: Black-shouldered Kite, identifiable by its distinctive black shoulder patches and white plumage. Perched on a post, the kite is likely on the lookout for prey,such as small mammals and insects. Known for their excellent vision,Black-shouldered Kites scan the ground for movement and can hover in mid-air before swooping down to capture their prey. This vigilant posture suggests it is in hunting mode, using the elevated vantage point to its advantage.
  • Location: Purbasthali, West Bengal, India
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