Red Kite vs Long-legged Buzzard
Milvus milvus versus Buteo rufinus
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Red Kite
Long-legged Buzzard
In short
The Red Kite is distinguished by its longer, more pointed wings and a deeply forked tail compared to the Long-legged Buzzard. The Red Kite's plumage is more rufous overall, with a whitish-gray head, while the Long-legged Buzzard lacks these specific color patterns.
Identification tips
- Look for the Red Kite's deeply forked tail and longer, more pointed wings. 2. Note the rufous coloration and whitish-gray head of the Red Kite. 3. Check the inner webs of the primaries for the Red Kite's all-white pattern.
Size
The Red Kite is larger with longer wings and a longer tail.
Plumage
Red Kite is more rufous overall with a whitish-gray head and dark streaks. The inner webs of its primaries are virtually all-white, unlike the Long-legged Buzzard.