The Australasian harrierCircus approximans, also known as the kāhu, Harrier Hawk or Swamp Harrier, is a bird of the open country. It is often seen soaring and looking for prey, or eating dead rabbits or possums on the road. The Australasian harrier occurs in Australia, New Guinea and many islands of the southern Pacific. It is common in New Zealand. This photos was taken by Bonnie Long.