Bay-backed Shrike
Bay-backed Shrike
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The Bay-backed Shrike is a colorful shrike species found across South and Southeast Asia. It is distinguished by its striking bay-rufous back, grey head, and black mask. This predatory bird inhabits open country, scrub, and cultivated areas, where it hunts insects and small prey.
Where to spot
Widespread across South Asia (Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka) and parts of Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam). Favors open habitats such as scrubland, dry deciduous forests, agricultural fields, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for it perched conspicuously on a low branch, bush, or wire, scanning its surroundings. Its distinctive bay-colored back, grey head, and black mask are key identification features. Listen for its harsh, scolding calls.
When to spot
Resident in most parts of its range, observable year-round. Most active during the day, particularly mornings and late afternoons.
Where to spot
Widespread across South Asia (Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka) and parts of Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam). Favors open habitats such as scrubland, dry deciduous forests, agricultural fields, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for it perched conspicuously on a low branch, bush, or wire, scanning its surroundings. Its distinctive bay-colored back, grey head, and black mask are key identification features. Listen for its harsh, scolding calls.
When to spot
Resident in most parts of its range, observable year-round. Most active during the day, particularly mornings and late afternoons.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Like other shrikes, the Bay-backed Shrike is known for its habit of impaling prey on thorns or barbed wire, creating a 'larder' to store food or to aid in dismembering larger items.
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