About the Black-breasted Kite
The black-breasted buzzard is a large raptor endemic to mainland Australia. First described by John Gould in 1841, it forms part of the family Accipitridae and is most closely related to the square-tailed kite. It is a versatile hunter known for its special skill in cracking eggs. The species is common throughout most of its range.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Hamirostra melanosternon |
| Species Codes | bkbkit1, BBBU, BBKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-breasted Kite belong to?
The Black-breasted Kite (Hamirostra melanosternon) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Black-breasted Kite?
The black-breasted buzzard is a large raptor endemic to mainland Australia. First described by John Gould in 1841, it forms part of the family Accipitridae and is most closely related to the square-tailed kite. It is a versatile hunter known for its special skill in cracking eggs. The species is com...
Where can I report a Black-breasted Kite sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-breasted Kite on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkbkit1, or on iNaturalist.
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