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Brahminy Kite circling Yala NP, Sri Lanka Using the hot air for lift, it effortlessly glides through the air in search of prey. Asia,Brahminy Kite,Haliastur indus,Sri Lanka,Yala Click/tap to enlarge

Brahminy Kite circling Yala NP, Sri Lanka

Using the hot air for lift, it effortlessly glides through the air in search of prey.

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The brahminy kite , also known as the red-backed sea-eagle in Australia, is a medium-sized bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, which also includes many other diurnal raptors, such as eagles, buzzards, and harriers. They are found in the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Australia. They are found mainly on the coast and in inland wetlands, where they feed on dead fish and other prey.

Similar species: Diurnal Birds Of Prey
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Apr 2, 2015. Captured Nov 13, 2014 10:23.
  • NIKON D800
  • f/5.6
  • 1/1000s
  • ISO125
  • 370mm