Red Kite in Flight
(Milvus milvus) The re-introduction programme in the UK has certainly transformed this species. They are a joy to observe and photograph. When heading North of England and Wales, the iconic forked tail makes them easy to spot and one has to be careful especially when driving! There's been a +2232% increase between 1995 and 2022 changing their status to Least Concern in the UK a real success story however globally they remain Near threatened.
Red Kite in Flight
(Milvus milvus) The re-introduction programme in the UK has certainly transformed this species. They are a joy to observe and photograph. When heading North of England and Wales, the iconic forked tail makes them easy to spot and one has to be careful especially when driving! There's been a +2232% increase between 1995 and 2022 changing their status to Least Concern in the UK a real success story however globally they remain Near threatened.