SIR — Travelling to work in Taunton last week, I observed a large bird feeding on some "road kill" near Elworthy Cross.

As I approached, I noticed that it was clearly not the ubiquitous buzzard.

The size, plumage colour and unmistakable forked tail confirmed this was a Red Kite.

My daughter, when returning from work recently, witnessed this same breed in almost exactly the same spot.

I have heard of recent sightings of this magnificent bird in the Drapers Way area; it would be wonderful if it was gaining a foothold on Exmoor when previously it was confined to areas of rural mid-Wales.

I wonder if any of your readers have witnessed the Red Kite anywhere in the locality and if the RSPB are aware of its presence.

David Shackleford,

Higher Park Lane,

Cutcombe.