Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

The swallow-tailed kite is a pernine raptor which breeds from the southeastern United States to eastern Peru and northern Argentina. It is the only species in the genus Elanoides. Most North and Central American breeders winter in South America where the species is resident year round.

Fun Fact

It is the only species in the genus Elanoides.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range to shrink in the US to just coastal regions of the southeastern and southwestern US, roughly an 80% decline in population.

Diet

Feeds on small reptiles, such as snakes and lizards.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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