Snail Kite - Rostrhamus sociabilis

Length 1.2-1.3 ft (36.1-39.9 cm)
Wingspan 3.5 ft (106.7 cm)
Weight 12.7-20.1 oz (360.0-569.8 g)
Clutch Size 3-4
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:NA, SA
     

The Snail Kite is also called the Everglade Kite. They are mainly found in South America but can be found in Mexico, the Caribbean, and southern Florida (where it is endangered). It main diet is the Apple Snail. During droughts they will eat other snails, turtles, crabs, and rodents.

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