StatusNative
RarityRare
Height53 cm
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"Despite its carnivorous diet, it has unusually small, weak feet compared to other raptors of similar size."
Field Guide
Square-tailed Kite
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The Square-tailed Kite (*Lophoictinia isura*) is an uncommon and distinctive raptor found only in Australia, inhabiting woodlands, open forests, and well-vegetated urban areas. Recognised by its pale head, rufous underparts with black streaking, and unique square-tipped tail, this canopy specialist is most often seen gliding slowly above treetops, searching for prey. It remains one of Australia’s least familiar and most secretive birds of prey.
Distribution Map
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