The Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus axillaris) or Australian Black-shouldered Kite is a small raptor found in open habitat throughout Australia. This example was found lying on the side of a road clutching a medium sized rat. Obviously too heavy to carry, he was not letting go.
The Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus axillaris) or Australian Black-shouldered Kite is a small raptor found in open habitat throughout Australia. This example was found lying on the side of a road clutching a medium sized rat. Obviously too heavy to carry, he was not letting go.
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