Whistling Kite
Haliastur sphenurus

Often referred to as being a dingy looking kite the Whistling Kite is actually a handsome raptor with a very loud and distinctive call. It is found almost throughout Australia. Although predominately a scavenger often seen feeding on road kill they do feed their young on the nestlings of other species, often the young of Rainbow Lorikeets.

Daintree Rainforest Wildlife
photographed at Thylogale
by David & Diane Armbrust