Grey-headed Kite
Leptodon cayanensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
60.6 cm
Weight
506.75 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 60.6 cm | 23.9 in |
| Weight | 506.75 g | 17.88 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 32-35 days. Fledging: 35-40 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Leptodon |
| Species | Leptodon cayanensis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | حدأة رمادي الرأس |
| French | Milan de Cayenne |
| German | Cayenneweih |
| Japanese | ハイガシラトビ |
| Portuguese | Gavião-de-cabeça-cinza |
| Spanish | milano cabecigrís |
| Turkish | Gri başlı çaylak |
Distribution
Grey-headed Kite has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Grey-headed Kite endangered?
The Grey-headed Kite has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Grey-headed Kite nest?
Incubation: 32-35 days. Fledging: 35-40 days.
How big is the Grey-headed Kite?
The Grey-headed Kite has a wingspan of 60.6 cm, weight of 506.75 g.
What order and family does the Grey-headed Kite belong to?
The Grey-headed Kite (Leptodon cayanensis) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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