Overwatch - Yellow-billed Kite
The Yellow-billed Kite (Milvus aegyptius) is one of Africa’s most adaptable raptors, effortlessly gliding over towns, wetlands, and open countryside. Recognised by its forked tail and distinctive yellow bill, it is a skilful opportunist, feeding on everything from insects to fish and scraps. Agile and confident in flight, this kite is a familiar sight across much of West Africa, where it plays an important role in keeping ecosystems in balance.
This is likely the first bird of prey you will encounter in Ghana. They are quite common and dominate the skies however the observant birdwatcher should also see the migrant competitor the black kite also working the skies especially near the coasts. Their abundance does not make it any easier to get a good picture as the sun is almost always behind them and their dark feathers make it even more challenging. This one was willing to fly lower for some snacky opportunity nearby.
Overwatch - Yellow-billed Kite
The Yellow-billed Kite (Milvus aegyptius) is one of Africa’s most adaptable raptors, effortlessly gliding over towns, wetlands, and open countryside. Recognised by its forked tail and distinctive yellow bill, it is a skilful opportunist, feeding on everything from insects to fish and scraps. Agile and confident in flight, this kite is a familiar sight across much of West Africa, where it plays an important role in keeping ecosystems in balance.
This is likely the first bird of prey you will encounter in Ghana. They are quite common and dominate the skies however the observant birdwatcher should also see the migrant competitor the black kite also working the skies especially near the coasts. Their abundance does not make it any easier to get a good picture as the sun is almost always behind them and their dark feathers make it even more challenging. This one was willing to fly lower for some snacky opportunity nearby.