Square-tailed Kite

The Square-tailed Kite (*Lophoictinia isura*) is an uncommon and distinctive raptor found only in Australia, inhabiting woodlands, open forests, and well-vegetated urban areas. Recognised by its pale head, rufous underparts with black streaking, and unique square-tipped tail, this canopy specialist is most often seen gliding slowly above treetops, searching for prey. It remains one of Australia’s least familiar and most secretive birds of prey.