North American Bird Search Box
This search box can be used to find bird species using bird's english, french or latin name, or to identify bird by its 4 letter Alpha Code
Field Guide for all the Birds of North America
Hook-billed Kite
4 Letter (english names) Alpha Code: HBKI (3)
Bec-en-croc de Temminck
Chondrohierax uncinatus
Information, images and range maps on over 1,000 birds of North America, including sub-species, vagrants, introduced birds and possibilities
Life, Habitat & Pictures of North American Kites
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18" 45.7cm | 36" 91.4cm | 10 oz 283.5g | Accipitridae | Chondrohierax uncinatus |
- Summer
- Year Around
- Winter
The Hook-billed Kite has the smallest range into North America compared to all other kites found on the continent. It barely touches into the southeastern tip of Texas. Along with not being a common bird, it is that much more difficult to observe than most birds, because it prefers a habitat over wet areas and places where it cannot be easily seen.
References to Other Bird Sites:
ABA - American Birding Association This site represents an organization that maintains official records of all birds species that have been proven to have been seen inside the perimeters of the North American Continent and the surrounding bodies of water. Regular revised versions are posted to keep the bird list current at all times. This is the list used by all serious birders over their lifetime. You may be aware of the movie called the "Big Year". It was with this list that all the competing birders used in an attempt to set a new record as to how many bird species that could be seen by an individual birder in one calendar year.