Whistling Kite (Haliastur sphenurus) photo
Whistling kite being chased by masked lapwing.
- Recorded 2 October 2010
- Added to IBC 1 year 28 weeks ago
- Margaret Leggoe
- Locality Serendip Sanctuary, Lara, Victoria, Australia
Rating
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The whistling kite had just landed at the water's edge, but immediately it was set upon by a masked lapwing. Note the kite looking over its shoulder as it takes off.