Red Kite
The red kite is a medium-large bird of prey with striking reddish-brown body, angled wings, and deeply forked tail. Once endangered, it is now a conservation success story in Europe.
Red Kite Quick Facts
Red kites are known for their graceful, acrobatic flight and often scavenge for food in addition to hunting.
Lifespan
10–15 years
Habitat
Woodlands, open countryside
Diet
Small mammals, carrion, worms
Region
Europe, northwest Africa
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