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The plumbeous kite is a bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. This is a bird of lowland forest and savannah, which builds a stick nest in a tree and lays 1-2 blue-white eggs. It is typically 33–38 cm long and weighs 190-280g. It is not particularly gregarious, although it is often seen in flocks during migration.

Similar species: Diurnal Birds Of Prey
Species identified by DR_M_Z
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Uploaded Jan 11, 2025. Captured Nov 14, 2024 10:59 in 3JX5+XW Pillcopata, Peru.
  • OM-1
  • f/5.6
  • 1/1250s
  • ISO320
  • 400mm