Pearl Kite
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    Pearl Kite

    Gampsonyx swainsonii

    Birds of Prey
    Least Concern

    Quick Facts

    Mass0.107 kg

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    The pearl kite is a very small raptor found in open savanna habitat adjacent to deciduous woodland in Central and South America. It is the only member of the genus Gampsonyx. The scientific name commemorates the English naturalist William Swainson.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Pearl Kite. Sightings recorded in 15 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central & South America
    Parque Estadual do CocóNortheast Coast & Caatinga, Brazil
    Rare
    Parque Natural Municipal das Dunas da SabiaguabaNortheast Coast & Caatinga, Brazil
    Rare
    Parque Estadual das ÁguasNortheast Coast & Caatinga, Brazil
    Rare
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