Black-shouldered Kite

Conservation Status:

It is listed as Least Concern, with a large and stable global population

Population Trends:

The species shows a stable to increasing trend in many areas, supported by its adaptability to farmland and open habitats.

Population Size:

Exact numbers are not clearly known.

Family:

Accipitridae

Location:

In Uganda

Habitat:

It is widespread in grasslands, savannas, farmland, and open country, often seen perched on poles or hovering over fields while hunting small rodents.

Migration Pattern:

The Black-shouldered Kite is largely non-migratory, though some populations make local or seasonal movements

Migration Distance:

Typically within tens to a few hundred kilometers, following prey availability.

About this Bird:

The Hovering Hunter of Open Fields

The Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus), also known as the Black-winged Kite, is a graceful and sharp-eyed raptor, famous for its ability to hover effortlessly before dropping onto prey. A member of the Accipitridae family, it is a familiar sight in open landscapes.

A Master of Precision

Calm, focused, and highly efficient, the Black-shouldered Kite plays a vital role in controlling rodent populations quietly maintaining balance in Uganda’s open ecosystems.

Black-shouldered Kite

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About this Bird:

The Hovering Hunter of Open Fields

A Master of Precision

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