Red Kite over M3

[jeremiah]

I saw a red kite over the M3 this afternoon, between Jn6 and Jn5, I think closer to Jn6. (Between Basingstoke and Hook).

Are they often seen there? I've only seen them on the M40 before.

I wondered also - do they take road kill, and if so, do they end up squashed, like crows do?

[alisonclair]

Hello

Red Kite do mainly feed on carrion, although I have to say I have never seen one squished on the road, and there are loads around here. They will also take small live mammals and birds, but not very often.

I think there are Kites in the Basingstoke area. They are spreading fast. Beautiful birds!

[joeted]

Hello Jeremiah
I live in Basingstoke and see them all the time easpecially around the outskirts in the nice fieldy parts.Not quite as common as Buzzards yet but definately getting there