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  1. black kite, Milvus migransnoun

    dark Old World kite feeding chiefly on carrion

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  1. Black kite

    The black kite (Milvus migrans) is a medium-sized bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, which also includes many other diurnal raptors. It is thought to be the world's most abundant species of Accipitridae, although some populations have experienced dramatic declines or fluctuations. Current global population estimates run up to 6 million individuals.Unlike others of the group, black kites are opportunistic hunters and are more likely to scavenge. They spend much time soaring and gliding in thermals in search of food. Their angled wing and distinctive forked tail make them easy to identify. They are also vociferous with a shrill whinnying call. The black kite is widely distributed through the temperate and tropical parts of Eurasia and parts of Australasia and Oceania, with the temperate region populations tending to be migratory. Several subspecies are recognized and formerly had their own English names. The European populations are small, but the South Asian population is very large.

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  1. black kite

    The Black Kite is a bird of prey species found in various regions across the globe, known for their distinctive forked tail and dark plumage. They are medium-sized, predominantly black or brown, and feed on a variety of items including small mammals, birds, insects, and carrion. Black Kites are also noted for their acrobatic flight. Despite their name, they are not used for the sport of kite flying.

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  1. Black Kite

    The Black Kite is a medium-sized bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, which also includes many other diurnal raptors. It is thought to be the world's most abundant species of acciptrid, although some populations have experienced dramatic declines or fluctuations. Current global population estimates run up to 6 million individuals. Unlike others of the group, Black Kites are opportunistic hunters and are more likely to scavenge. They spend a lot of time soaring and gliding in thermals in search of food. Their angled wing and distinctive forked tail make them easy to identify. This kite is widely distributed through the temperate and tropical parts of Eurasia and parts of Australasia and Oceania, with the temperate region populations tending to be migratory. Several subspecies are recognized and formerly had their own English names. The European populations are small, but the South Asian population is very large.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of black kite in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of black kite in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2


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