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kniphofia Cramlington, United Kingdom(Zone 8a) Feb 15, 2009

At the Kielder bird of prey centre last autumn this was one of the birds that I didn't get an ID for. Can anyone help?

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Resin Northumberland, United Kingdom(Zone 9a) Feb 15, 2009

Any side views? Any info on where it was from?

Possibly an immature of one of the Elanus kites, but I'd really like more info!

Resin

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kniphofia Cramlington, United Kingdom(Zone 8a) Feb 16, 2009

No, sorry no info. I took photos of a lot of the name plates but not for this one.

This isn't a great shot but it's the best side on view I got. Maybe I'll have to wait until I visit again!

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OldNed Merritt Island, FL(Zone 10a) Feb 16, 2009

Yep...agree with Resin. Check out the Kielder Bird of Prey Centre website...looks like Sienna-their Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus caeruleus)

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Resin Northumberland, United Kingdom(Zone 9a) Feb 16, 2009

Never thought of looking to see if they had a website!

Resin

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kniphofia Cramlington, United Kingdom(Zone 8a) Feb 16, 2009

Ha! Of course! Yes I'm sure it is Sienna, she was extremely vocal when I was there. Thanks for your help!

http://www.kielderwaterbirdsofpreycentre.com/ourdisplaybirds1.htm

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