Haliastur indus intermedius

(Blyth, 1865)

Vernacular names
English : Brahminy kite
French : Milan sacré

Classification
Class : Aves
Order : Accipitriformes
Family : Accipitridae
Notes : 3 other subspecies known.

Identification
The species can reach 52 cm in length for a weight of 700 g. Unmistakable species with bright chestnut wings, back and belly, black tail. White head, nape and breast. Subspecies with very light black streak on each white feather.

Range and habitat
This subspecies occurs from Malaysia to Philippines, western and central Indonesia. Species found from India to south China, south to Australia. Occurs near coasts, estuaries, rivers, rice fields, urban gardens, to 3000 m.

Conservation
IUCN RED LIST : LEAST CONCERN
CITES : Appendix II
Status : The species is very common and able to live alongside men. However it can decline when food supply is less abundant and because of poisoning.
Ex-Situ Programs : None known

Observation

 

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