About the Letter-winged Kite
The Letter-winged Kite (Elanus scriptus) is a species of bird in the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), within the order Accipitriformes. This family contains 250 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code lewkit1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Elanus scriptus |
| Species Codes | lewkit1, LWKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Letter-winged Kite belong to?
The Letter-winged Kite (Elanus scriptus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Letter-winged Kite?
The Letter-winged Kite is a member of the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Letter-winged Kite sighting?
You can log sightings of Letter-winged Kite on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lewkit1, or on iNaturalist.