About the Plumbeous Kite
The plumbeous kite is a bird of prey in the family Accipitridae that is resident in much of northern South America. It is migratory in the northern part of its range which extends north to Mexico. It feeds on insects which it catches either from a perch or while in flight.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Ictinia plumbea |
| Species Codes | plukit1, PLKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plumbeous Kite belong to?
The Plumbeous Kite (Ictinia plumbea) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Plumbeous Kite?
The plumbeous kite is a bird of prey in the family Accipitridae that is resident in much of northern South America. It is migratory in the northern part of its range which extends north to Mexico. It feeds on insects which it catches either from a perch or while in flight....
Where can I report a Plumbeous Kite sighting?
You can log sightings of Plumbeous Kite on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plukit1, or on iNaturalist.
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