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African (Yellow-billed) race of Black Kite
Steve G

African (Yellow-billed) race of Black Kite (Milvus migrans parasitus)

This is M.migrans parasitus- the African race of Black Kite which has a solid yellow bill unlike the black-billed Eurasian race.
Habitat
widespread but usually near water
Location
Pirang, Western Division, The Gambia
Date taken
19/11/05
Scientific name
Milvus migrans parasitus
Equipment used
Canon 1D mk II + 500mm IS lens + 1.4x convertor from a car window

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Africa
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