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Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Accipitriformes ›Family: Accipitridae ›Genus: Ictinia

About

The Mississippi kite (Ictinia mississippiensis) is a small bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. Mississippi kites have narrow, pointed wings and are graceful in flight, often appearing to float in the air. It is not uncommon to see several circling in the same area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mississippi Kite?
The scientific name of Mississippi Kite is Ictinia mississippiensis.
What kingdom does Mississippi Kite belong to?
Mississippi Kite belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mississippi Kite belong to?
Mississippi Kite belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mississippi Kite belong to?
Mississippi Kite belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Mississippi Kite belong to?
Mississippi Kite belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
What family does Mississippi Kite belong to?
Mississippi Kite belongs to the family Accipitridae.
What genus does Mississippi Kite belong to?
Mississippi Kite belongs to the genus Ictinia.