Swallow-tailed kite
Elanoides forficatus
About the Swallow-tailed kite
The Swallow-tailed kite (Elanoides forficatus) is a species of bird in the family Accipitridae of the order Accipitriformes.
Fun Facts About Swallow-tailed kite
- The Swallow-tailed kite (Elanoides forficatus) is a species of bird in the family Accipitridae of the order Accipitriformes.
- The Swallow-tailed kite (Elanoides forficatus) can be found across a variety of habitats.
Conservation Status
The Swallow-tailed kite is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae |
| Genus | Elanoides |
| Species | Elanoides forficatus |
Range & Habitat
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