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Black Kite

Milvus migrans

Not Evaluated

About

Black Kite (Milvus migrans) is classified as Not Evaluated (NE) on the IUCN Red List. Not yet evaluated against IUCN Red List criteria. Conservation status remains to be determined.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (10 countries).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Full Taxonomy

Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles)

Family

Accipitridae (Hawks & Eagles)

Genus

Milvus

Species

Milvus migrans (Black Kite)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese トビ

Chinese 黑鳶

Spanish Milano Negro

French milan noir

German Schwarzer Milan

Portuguese Milhafre-preto

Russian Чёрный коршун

Thai เหยี่ยวดำ

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Kite?

The scientific name of Black Kite is Milvus migrans. It belongs to the genus Milvus.

Where does Black Kite live?

Black Kite is found in Found across Europe (10 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom.

What family does Black Kite belong to?

Black Kite (Milvus migrans) belongs to the genus Milvus, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.

What kingdom does Black Kite belong to?

Black Kite (Milvus migrans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Black Kite?

The closest relatives of Black Kite in the genus Milvus include Red Kite, Yellow-billed Kite.