I’ve seen a few types of kite over the years (I was surprised when I looked at the “kite” category on this blog), but this is the first Black Kite in my list. The bird circled our camp site at Bendleby Ranges, South Australia, a few times before flying off into the setting sun.

Common name: Black Kite
Scientific name: Milvus migrans
Length: 50-55 cm
Date spotted: 13 September 2026 (winter)
Location: Bendleby Ranges in the Flinders Ranges, South Australia: 32°21’13.7″S 138°47’34.8″E