Birds of Foothill College

The Black- shouldered Kite (also known as the white tailed kite) (Elanus caeruleus) has long, narrow, pointed gray wings a long white tail and gray back with white underside. They have a black spot on inner portion of wings and red eyes. These birds are probably most noticed when hovering over prey. They have the ability to hold a stationary position in the air without flapping by facing into the wind.

You can hear examples of their sounds here: http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/White-tailed_Kite/sounds less ↑