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Black-shouldered Kite

Elanus caeruleus

Least Concern

About

The Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus) is a species in the genus Elanus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Aves (kuş)

Order

Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles)

Family

Accipitridae (Hawks & Eagles)

Genus

Elanus

Species

Elanus caeruleus (Black-shouldered Kite)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese カタグロトビ

Chinese 黑翅鳶〔黑肩鳶〕

Spanish Elanio Común

French élanion blanc

German Gleitaar

Portuguese Peneireiro-cinzento

Russian Дымчатый коршун

Thai เหยี่ยวขาว

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-shouldered Kite?

The scientific name of Black-shouldered Kite is Elanus caeruleus. It belongs to the genus Elanus.

What is the conservation status of Black-shouldered Kite?

Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black-shouldered Kite live?

Black-shouldered Kite is found in Distributed across Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Black-shouldered Kite belong to?

Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus) belongs to the genus Elanus, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.

Is Black-shouldered Kite endangered?

No, Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Black-shouldered Kite belong to?

Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Black-shouldered Kite?

The closest relatives of Black-shouldered Kite in the genus Elanus include White-Tailed Kite, Letter-winged Kite, Australian Kite.