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lesmore49 · 05-24-2020, 08:32 PM

Great pix.

We had two of these birds up here one summer. All the local birders were quite excited because this was the first time these Kites were spotted this far north. They had one young, which unfortunately died. Birders thought the two Mississippi Kites had somehow taken a wrong turn and ended up in the Canadian prairies. They or their ilk, have never reappeared.

**MikeNArk** · 05-25-2020, 05:29 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by lesmore49

Great pix.

We had two of these birds up here one summer. All the local birders were quite excited because this was the first time these Kites were spotted this far north. They had one young, which unfortunately died. Birders thought the two Mississippi Kites had somehow taken a wrong turn and ended up in the Canadian prairies. They or their ilk, have never reappeared.

Thanks. That's interesting that these birds made it up to Canada. They started coming up to Arkansas several years ago and have become plentiful. Others birds of prey have been less plentiful in this area, since the Mississippi Kites have moved into this area.

lesmore49 · 05-25-2020, 07:32 PM

Originally posted by MikeNArk

Thanks. That's interesting that these birds made it up to Canada. They started coming up to Arkansas several years ago and have become plentiful. Others birds of prey have been less plentiful in this area, since the Mississippi Kites have moved into this area.

Your welcome.

Here is the account of the visit of these Kites. The Manitoba Bird Atlas has been developed by the birders association of Manitoba.

https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8...pbiGaDnKDH2Eq2

Sounds like the Mississippi Kites must be a dominant bird of prey. Are they out competing other birds of prey in your area ?

**ToddK** · 05-26-2020, 05:52 AM

Terrific capture Mike! They are fascinating predators.

**MikeNArk** · 05-26-2020, 12:22 PM

Originally posted by ToddK

Terrific capture Mike! They are fascinating predators.

Thanks. I love watching them. They are quite agile and quick.

---------- Post added 05-26-20 at 12:32 PM ----------

Originally posted by lesmore49

Your welcome.

Here is the account of the visit of these Kites. The Manitoba Bird Atlas has been developed by the birders association of Manitoba.

https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8...pbiGaDnKDH2Eq2

Sounds like the Mississippi Kites must be a dominant bird of prey. Are they out competing other birds of prey in your area ?

Thanks for the link. At this time of year, they dominate by strength in numbers.

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05-24-2020, 08:32 PM	#2
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,323	Great pix. We had two of these birds up here one summer. All the local birders were quite excited because this was the first time these Kites were spotted this far north. They had one young, which unfortunately died. Birders thought the two Mississippi Kites had somehow taken a wrong turn and ended up in the Canadian prairies. They or their ilk, have never reappeared.

05-25-2020, 05:29 PM - 1 Like	#3
MikeNArk Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Conway, Arkansas Posts: 15,042 Original Poster	Originally posted by lesmore49 Great pix. We had two of these birds up here one summer. All the local birders were quite excited because this was the first time these Kites were spotted this far north. They had one young, which unfortunately died. Birders thought the two Mississippi Kites had somehow taken a wrong turn and ended up in the Canadian prairies. They or their ilk, have never reappeared. Thanks. That's interesting that these birds made it up to Canada. They started coming up to Arkansas several years ago and have become plentiful. Others birds of prey have been less plentiful in this area, since the Mississippi Kites have moved into this area.

05-25-2020, 07:32 PM	#4
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,323	Originally posted by MikeNArk Thanks. That's interesting that these birds made it up to Canada. They started coming up to Arkansas several years ago and have become plentiful. Others birds of prey have been less plentiful in this area, since the Mississippi Kites have moved into this area. Your welcome. Here is the account of the visit of these Kites. The Manitoba Bird Atlas has been developed by the birders association of Manitoba. https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8...pbiGaDnKDH2Eq2 Sounds like the Mississippi Kites must be a dominant bird of prey. Are they out competing other birds of prey in your area ?

05-26-2020, 05:52 AM	#5
ToddK Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Texas Hill Country Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,513	Terrific capture Mike! They are fascinating predators.

05-26-2020, 12:22 PM	#6
MikeNArk Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Conway, Arkansas Posts: 15,042 Original Poster	Originally posted by ToddK Terrific capture Mike! They are fascinating predators. Thanks. I love watching them. They are quite agile and quick. ---------- Post added 05-26-20 at 12:32 PM ---------- Originally posted by lesmore49 Your welcome. Here is the account of the visit of these Kites. The Manitoba Bird Atlas has been developed by the birders association of Manitoba. https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8...pbiGaDnKDH2Eq2 Sounds like the Mississippi Kites must be a dominant bird of prey. Are they out competing other birds of prey in your area ? Thanks for the link. At this time of year, they dominate by strength in numbers.

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