Black Kite (Milvus migrans) in Scandinavia

The Black Kite (Milvus migrans) is a birds of prey found across Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland. A raptor that hunts small mammals and birds, with a hooked bill and strong talons. It typically occurs in forests, open country and mountains.

In the Nordic countries the Black Kite is best described as a resident / summer visitor. Its global conservation status is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. On Fågelkartan you can see where it has been reported over the last 30 days, based on open data from the national species-observation systems.

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More about the Black Kite

  • Black Kite – breeding
  • Black Kite – nest & eggs
  • Black Kite – diet
  • Black Kite – in winter

Quick facts

  • Scientific name: Milvus migrans
  • Family: Birds of prey
  • Habitat: Forests, open country and mountains
  • Status in the Nordics: Resident / summer visitor
  • IUCN Red List: Endangered

More birds of prey

  • Common Buzzard
  • Eurasian Sparrowhawk
  • European Honey Buzzard
  • Golden Eagle
  • Hen Harrier
  • Montagu's Harrier
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