lpaul

I wonder if this is a Brahminy Kite.  It just doesn't feel quite right, in that it looks rather bulky, and large-headed and large-billed.  It also seems very contrasting above, with an obvious pale rump.

To me it looks more like a juvenile Booted Eagle.

Are the any photos of this bird flying directly towards the photographer?

lpaul

On my screen it is not at all clear if the tarsus is feathered or not.

lpaul

On my screen it is not at all clear if the tarsus is feathered or not.

lpaul

Yes, I see what you mean.  I think this must be a Brahminy Kite.  However, I hadn't quite appreciated how similar the two could be in terms of plumage...