RE: Horde of Black-shouldered Kites

["John Bissett" <>]

Hello Martin et al

 

Here is one of the photos with all birds clearly visible.  A rare and wonderful sight.  Enjoy!

 

John

 

From: martin butterfield [
Sent: Thursday, 29 September 2011 6:31 PM
To: COG List
Subject: Horde of Black-shouldered Kites

 

I have seen a report (somewhere) of a very large flock of Black-shouldered Kites at Kama in the recent past, but cannot recall where the message originated.  There has been a group of 6 on the Hoskinstown Plain recently, roosting at a couple of properties.  However this evening I was told by a neighbour whose property overlooks the Plain that he had 14 Kites in a single tree.  By the time I got down there the birds were dispersing somewhat but at least 10 were visible in a few trees.  A photo was taken of the group of 14 and will be provided shortly.

Martin

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