About the Mississippi Kite
The Mississippi Kite (Ictinia mississippiensis) 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 miskit 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 | Ictinia mississippiensis |
| Species Codes | miskit, MIKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mississippi Kite belong to?
The Mississippi Kite (Ictinia mississippiensis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Mississippi Kite?
The Mississippi 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 Mississippi Kite sighting?
You can log sightings of Mississippi Kite on eBird (ebird.org) using species code miskit, or on iNaturalist.