RarityCommon
Height51 cm
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"They have been observed picking up smoldering sticks from bushfires and dropping them in unburnt areas to spread fire and flush out prey-one of the few documented cases of tool use among birds of prey."
Field Guide
Black Kite
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The Black Kite (*Milvus migrans*) is a medium-sized, widely distributed raptor known for its adaptability and dark plumage. Found across much of Australia and globally, it thrives in diverse environments, including urban areas, wetlands, grasslands, and open woodlands. Its distinctive forked tail, buoyant flight, and opportunistic feeding habits make it one of Australia’s most commonly encountered birds of prey.
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