White-collared Kite
Leptodon forbesi
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Endangered
Wingspan
63.2 cm
Weight
570.0 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
The White-collared Kite (Leptodon forbesi) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 63.2 cm and a weight of 570 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 63.2 cm | 24.9 in |
| Weight | 570.0 g | 20.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Leptodon |
| Species | Leptodon forbesi |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | حدأة أبيض العنق |
| Chinese | 白頸鳶 |
| French | Milan de Forbes |
| German | Kragenweih |
| Japanese | シロエリトビ |
| Portuguese | Gavião-de-pescoço-branco |
| Spanish | milano acollarado |
| Turkish | Beyaz halkalı çaylak |
Distribution
White-collared Kite has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-collared Kite endangered?
The White-collared Kite has a conservation status of Endangered.
How big is the White-collared Kite?
The White-collared Kite has a wingspan of 63.2 cm, weight of 570.0 g.
What order and family does the White-collared Kite belong to?
The White-collared Kite (Leptodon forbesi) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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