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Black Shouldered Kite Collection

The Black-shouldered Kite, also known as Elanus caeruleus, is a stunning bird of prey that can be found in various locations around the world

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Black shouldered Kite
Black Shouldered Kite(Elanus notatus) flying with wings extended

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus) carrying nesting material, Savuti, Botswana

Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus) carrying nesting material, Savuti, Botswana, Africa

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Page 1. Falco, sighted in Augustat lower left in different hand August natural size

Page 1. Falco, sighted in Augustat lower left in different hand August natural size
5670628 Page 1. Falco, sighted in Augustat lower left in different hand August natural size. Black, Shouldered Kite Elanus axillaris Elanus notatus, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-Shouldered Kite, 1891 (colour litho)

Black-Shouldered Kite, 1891 (colour litho)
1001733 Black-Shouldered Kite, 1891 (colour litho) by Broinowski, Gracius (1837-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: A The Birds of AustraliaA, 1891)

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-shouldered kite perched on thornbush looking left, Serengeti, Tanzania

Black-shouldered kite perched on thornbush looking left, Serengeti, Tanzania
Black-shouldered kite (Elanus caeruleus) perched on thornbush looking left, Serengeti; Tanzania

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-shouldered Kite flying, Elanus axillaris

Black-shouldered Kite flying, Elanus axillaris

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Elanus caeruleus, Black-winged Kite, Black-shouldered Kite, Elanus axillaris

Elanus caeruleus, Black-winged Kite, Black-shouldered Kite, Elanus axillaris

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-shouldered Kite, Elanus caeruleus, Elanus axillaris

Black-shouldered Kite, Elanus caeruleus, Elanus axillaris

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus caeruleus) juvenile perching in Acacia tree

Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus caeruleus) juvenile perching in Acacia tree, Elanus axillaris, The Gambia

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus vociferus) juvenile flying, Elanus axillaris, India

Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus vociferus) juvenile flying, Elanus axillaris, India

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus axillaris), Western Australia, Australia

Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus axillaris), Western Australia, Australia

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-shouldered Kite Elanus notatus Queensland Australia

Black-shouldered Kite Elanus notatus Queensland Australia

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-winged Kite Masai Mara Kenya

Black-winged Kite Masai Mara Kenya

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Black-shouldered kite C014 / 4984

Black-shouldered kite C014 / 4984
Black-shouldered kite (Elanus axillaris) breaking branches for nesting material. Photographed in Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Background imageBlack Shouldered Kite Collection: Australian Black-Shouldered Kite - perched on top of a tree - Queensland - Australia

Australian Black-Shouldered Kite - perched on top of a tree - Queensland - Australia
ROY-599 Australian Black-Shouldered Kite - perched on top of a tree Queensland - Australia Elanus axillaris Roy Glen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only


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The Black-shouldered Kite, also known as Elanus caeruleus, is a stunning bird of prey that can be found in various locations around the world. One captivating image showcases a Black-shouldered Kite carrying nesting material in Savuti, Botswana. This particular species exhibits a beautiful contrast between its black shoulder patches and white plumage. Another photograph captures the elegance of this kite perched on a thornbush in Serengeti, Tanzania. With its piercing gaze and sleek appearance, it exudes an air of confidence and grace. In Western Australia, Australia, the Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus axillaris) takes flight against a picturesque backdrop. Meanwhile, Queensland Australia boasts sightings of the Black-shouldered Kite Elanus notatus - yet another variation of this magnificent bird. Its presence adds to the diversity and wonder of Australian wildlife. In Kenya's Masai Mara region, one can witness the majestic flight of the Black-winged Kite. The contrasting black and white feathers create an eye-catching spectacle as it soars through the sky with unparalleled agility. Whether flying or perching on trees like Acacia trees in The Gambia or lower left branches elsewhere, these kites demonstrate their adaptability across different habitats. Their ability to thrive in diverse environments makes them truly remarkable creatures. With each sighting captured through photographs or illustrations like those from 1891's colour litho artwork titled "Black-Shouldered Kite, " we are reminded of nature's intricate beauty and how fortunate we are to share our planet with such awe-inspiring beings.