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Black Kite Caught Carrying Mouse During Summer Foraging Flight

A black kite (Milvus migrans) circles above the landscape with a mouse firmly held in its talons. The migratory bird of prey is known for its skillful hunting and scavenging behavior, often using thermal updrafts during the summer months to cover large distances while searching for food. Conservation experts say the species' population in Germany remains stable thanks to successful protection measures, although black kites remain vulnerable to habitat changes and environmental pressures.