Yellow-billed Kite

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bird
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Red_Kite
gptkbp:adult_plumage Acquired after first molt
gptkbp:behavior Soaring and gliding
gptkbp:breeding_season April to August
gptkbp:calls_for High-pitched whistles
gptkbp:clutch_size 1 to 3 eggs
gptkbp:color gptkb:Yellow
Brown and white
gptkbp:conservation_efforts Monitored by bird conservation organizations
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance Symbol of freedom in some cultures
gptkbp:diet gptkb:product
gptkbp:distribution gptkb:Sub-Saharan_Africa
gptkbp:egg_color White or pale blue
gptkbp:family gptkb:Accipitridae
gptkbp:first_flight Maneuverable flier
gptkbp:fledging_period 6-7 weeks
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Hunting from the air
gptkbp:fossil_record Related to ancient raptors
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Milvus
gptkbp:habitat Open woodlands
Wooded areas near water
Near water sources
Widespread in Africa
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Yellow-billed Kite
gptkbp:incubation_period 30-35 days
gptkbp:interacts_with Adaptable to urban areas
gptkbp:is_observed_in Commonly seen near water bodies
gptkbp:length 55-65 cm
gptkbp:migration Partial migrant
Varies by population
Seasonal movements
Food availability and weather conditions
gptkbp:molt Annual molting process
gptkbp:nesting Depends on habitat quality
Twigs, grass, and feathers
Tree or cliff ledges
Builds nests with sticks
gptkbp:photography Common subject for wildlife photography
gptkbp:predators Larger birds of prey
Fish, rodents, and insects
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Red_Kite
gptkb:Black_Kite
gptkbp:research Studied for ecological impact
gptkbp:social_structure Solitary or in pairs
gptkbp:species Milvus aegypticus
gptkbp:subspecies Milvus aegypticus aegypticus
Milvus aegypticus parasitus
gptkbp:tail_type Forked tail
gptkbp:territorial_behavior Defends nesting area
gptkbp:territory Used to establish dominance
gptkbp:threats Habitat loss and pollution
gptkbp:type_of_care Dependent on parents for food
gptkbp:vocalization Used for communication
gptkbp:weight 1.2-1.5 kg
gptkbp:wildlife Popular among birdwatchers
gptkbp:wingspan 150-160 cm
gptkbp:wintering_range Southern Africa
gptkbp:young Chicks are altricial