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Swallow-tailed Kite Description
Striking black and white plumage
Long, scissor-like tail
Long, narrow, pointed wings
Medium sized raptor (24" tall, 48" wingspan)
Graceful, gliding, soaring flyers - flaps rarely
Habitat: bottomland forests and open habitat
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If you see a Swallow-tailed Kite, you can help us determine their distribution, monitor population trends, and locate important nesting and foraging sites by filling out the form below.
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Nest seen?*
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What behaviors were observed?
Carrying Nest Materials (sticks, Spanish Moss)
Vocalizing
Perching
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Foraging over open habitat (please describe in comments)
Foraging over forest habitat
Kite roost observed
Have you seen the kites more than once?*
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Did the observation occur on your property?*
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How many acres do you manage?
Have you observed swallow-tailed kites at this location before?*
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Were you traveling / moving during the kite sighting?*
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