Haliastur indus
(Brahminy kite)
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FAMILY |
Accipitridae |
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Species |
Haliastur indus |
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Common name |
Brahminy kite |
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Main colour(s) |
Reddish-brown with white |
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Distinctive feature |
The reddish body and white head and breast, body 45-50 cm |
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Campus |
Cairns, Townsville |
Description
This distinctive bird with white head and breast contrasting with the reddish-brown body is quite commonly seen flying around the area. The male is being smaller than the female. The short, rounded tail has a white tip. Legs and feet are pale blue, eyes dark brown, bill whitish.
