It’s the season of Red Kites and once again RSPB NI are calling for the public to keep an eye to the skies for these majestically graceful birds of prey as they soar through the skies.

Red Kites are unmistakable with their reddish-brown bodies, their tail feathers that fan out with a deep ‘v’ creating that distinctive silhouette against the sky when they are in flight. Often spotted gliding on warm sunny days over countryside, RSPB NI is asking for the public’s help once again to report any sightings of this iconic species.

If you’ve ever seen a Red Kite, then you’ll understand the excitement I feel when I manage to recognise them soaring above me or watching them swoop down to steal something for their nests.