Swallow-tailed Kite

The Swallow-tailed Kite is a striking bird of prey with a deeply forked tail resembling a swallow's, and long, broad wings that form a distinctive "V" shape in flight. Native to the southeastern United States, it primarily feeds on small vertebrates like frogs, fish, and small mammals, catching them with graceful, soaring flight. Its elegant appearance and soaring style make it easily recognizable, especially during breeding season when it nests in tall trees. The kite is considered a symbol of grace and agility in the sky and plays a vital role in its ecosystem as a predator of various small animals.