{"id":4131,"date":"2024-07-25T09:57:59","date_gmt":"2024-07-25T09:57:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/?p=4131"},"modified":"2024-11-28T08:45:25","modified_gmt":"2024-11-28T08:45:25","slug":"black-winged-kite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/","title":{"rendered":"Black-winged Kite in Rajaji National Park"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hello all, Welcome to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jungle Safari Rajaji National Park<\/a>&nbsp;blog page. Rajaji National Park, nestled in the foothills of the Shivalik range in Uttarakhand, India, is renowned for its rich avian diversity. Among its many feathered residents, the Black-winged Kite (Elanus caeruleus) stands out as a captivating sight for bird enthusiasts and wildlife photographers alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#Habitat_and_Range\" >Habitat and Range<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#Physical_Characteristics\" >Physical Characteristics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#Behavior_and_Feeding_Habits\" >Behavior and Feeding Habits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#Breeding_Season_and_Nesting\" >Breeding Season and Nesting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#Conservation_Status\" >Conservation Status<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#Birdwatching_Tips\" >Birdwatching Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#FAQs_About_Black-winged_Kite\" >FAQs About Black-winged Kite<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#1_What_does_a_Black-winged_Kite_look_like\" >1. What does a Black-winged Kite look like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#2_Where_do_Black_Winged_Kites_live\" >2. Where do Black Winged Kites live?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#3_What_do_Black_Winged_Kites_eat\" >3. What do Black Winged Kites eat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#4_How_do_Black_Winged_Kites_hunt\" >4. How do Black Winged Kites hunt?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/black-winged-kite\/#5_How_do_Black-winged_Kites_breed\" >5. How do Black-winged Kites breed?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Habitat_and_Range\"><\/span>Habitat and Range<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Black-winged Kite prefers open grasslands, marshes, and agricultural areas, making Rajaji National Park an ideal habitat. Its range extends across much of Africa, southern Europe, and Asia, including the Indian subcontinent where it is a common resident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4412\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-17-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Black-winged Kite\" class=\"wp-image-4412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-17-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-17-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-17-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-17-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-17.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Black-winged Kite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4413\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-19-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Black-winged Kite\" class=\"wp-image-4413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-19-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-19-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-19-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-19-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-19.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Black-winged Kite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"4414\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-18-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Black-winged Kite\" class=\"wp-image-4414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-18-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-18-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-18-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-18-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-18.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Black-winged Kite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Physical_Characteristics\"><\/span>Physical Characteristics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This small raptor is notable for its striking appearance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Plumage:<\/strong> The Black-winged Kite features predominantly pale grey plumage with a white head and underparts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wings:<\/strong> As its name suggests, it has distinctive black shoulder patches on its wings, visible during flight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Size:<\/strong> It is relatively small, measuring around 35-38 cm in length with a wingspan of approximately 80-95 cm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-12-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Black-winged Kite\" class=\"wp-image-4419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-12-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-12-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-12-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8-12.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Black-winged Kite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Behavior_and_Feeding_Habits\"><\/span>Behavior and Feeding Habits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Black-winged Kite is often seen perched on exposed branches or hovering gracefully over its hunting grounds. It is a skilled hunter, feeding primarily on small mammals like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/rodent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">rodents<\/a>, insects, and occasionally small birds. Its hovering ability, aided by a keen sense of sight, allows it to spot prey from great heights before swooping down swiftly for the catch.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-14-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Black-winged Kite\" class=\"wp-image-4418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-14-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-14-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-14-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-14-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7-14.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Black-winged Kite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breeding_Season_and_Nesting\"><\/span>Breeding Season and Nesting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rajaji <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/rajaji-national-park.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Park<\/a>, the breeding season for Black Winged Kites typically begins around February to March. They build their nests using twigs and grass in trees, often near water bodies or open areas where prey is abundant. The female usually lays 3-5 eggs, which are incubated for about a month. Both parents participate in feeding and caring for the young chicks until they fledge, usually after about 4-5 weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-18-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Black-winged Kite\" class=\"wp-image-4417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-18-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-18-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-18-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-18-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6-18.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Black-winged Kite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conservation_Status\"><\/span>Conservation Status<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the Black Winged Kite is currently categorized as least concern on the IUCN Red List, its populations can be threatened by habitat loss and pesticide use in agricultural areas. Conservation efforts within Rajaji National Park focus on maintaining suitable habitats and monitoring population trends to ensure the continued presence of this graceful raptor.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-18-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Black-winged Kite\" class=\"wp-image-4416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-18-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-18-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-18-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-18-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5-18.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Black-winged Kite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Birdwatching_Tips\"><\/span>Birdwatching Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For birdwatchers visiting Rajaji National Park, spotting the Black-winged Kite can be a rewarding experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best Time:<\/strong> Early mornings and late afternoons are ideal for birdwatching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Locations:<\/strong> Look for them perched on tall trees along the riverbanks or hovering over grasslands and agricultural fields.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equipment:<\/strong> A pair of binoculars and a camera with a zoom lens are recommended for observing and capturing their distinctive features.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-17-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Black-winged Kite\" class=\"wp-image-4415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-17-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-17-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-17-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-17-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-17.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Black-winged Kite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Black Winged Kite adds to the avian diversity that makes Rajaji National Park a haven for nature enthusiasts. With its elegant appearance and fascinating hunting techniques, it continues to inspire awe and admiration among visitors fortunate enough to witness its presence in this scenic wildlife sanctuary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_About_Black-winged_Kite\"><\/span>FAQs About Black-winged Kite<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_does_a_Black-winged_Kite_look_like\"><\/span>1. What does a Black-winged Kite look like? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Black-winged Kites are small, with adults reaching about 14 inches long with a wingspan of up to 3 feet. They&#8217;re mostly grey or white with sharp black markings on their wings, shoulders, and around their eyes. Their long, pointed wings extend past their tail when perched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Where_do_Black_Winged_Kites_live\"><\/span>2. Where do Black Winged Kites live? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These Kites are adaptable and can be found in open areas like grasslands, savannahs, pastures, and even some agricultural lands. They can even live in urban areas, frequenting parks, golf courses, and roadsides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_do_Black_Winged_Kites_eat\"><\/span>3. What do Black Winged Kites eat? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are insectivores, primarily hunting grasshoppers, crickets, and other large insects. They&#8217;ll also take lizards, rodents, and sometimes even small snakes and frogs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_do_Black_Winged_Kites_hunt\"><\/span>4. How do Black Winged Kites hunt? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They use a two-pronged approach. They can hover like a kestrel, searching for prey, or they can fly slowly like a <a href=\"https:\/\/junglesafarirajajinationalpark.com\/blog\/pallid-harrier-rajaji\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5513\">Pallid Harrier<\/a>, scanning the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_do_Black-winged_Kites_breed\"><\/span>5. How do Black-winged Kites breed? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These birds are monogamous and quite territorial during breeding season. Males establish territories and attract females with noisy courtship displays. The female builds a nest of sticks in a tree and lays 3-4 eggs. She incubates them while the male hunts for food.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hello all, Welcome to the&nbsp;Jungle Safari Rajaji National Park&nbsp;blog page. Rajaji National Park, nestled in the foothills of the Shivalik range in Uttarakhand, India, is renowned for its rich avian diversity. Among its many feathered residents, the Black-winged Kite (Elanus caeruleus) stands out as a captivating sight for bird enthusiasts and wildlife photographers alike. 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