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Black-crowned Tchagra

Black-crowned Tchagra

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1 week ago
Spotted
The Black-crowned Tchagra is a widespread and common bushshrike found across much of Africa and parts of Arabia. It is easily identifiable by its black crown, white supercilium, and rufous wings.
Where to spot
Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa and southwestern Arabian Peninsula, found in various open woodlands, savannas, and scrubland.
How to spot
Look for its upright posture, black crown, and rufous wing panels. Its loud, clear whistling calls are a primary identification feature and often lead to its discovery. It often perches on exposed branches or bushes.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often heard calling prominently in the mornings and evenings.
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File:Black-crowned tchagra (Tchagra senegalus kalahari).jpg
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File:Black-crowned Tchagra (Tchagra senegalus) (32300572725).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-crowned Tchagra (Tchagra senegalus) (52123494338).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-crowned Tchagra (Tchagra senegalus) (52526029275).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-crowned tchagra (Tchagra senegalus kalahari).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tchagra senegalus 190415797.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tchagra senegalus 247338113.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tchagra senegalus 282784584.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tchagra senegalus 446654889.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Black-crowned Tchagra is known for its distinctive and far-carrying whistled calls, often delivered from a prominent perch.
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jenny van Dorland
jenny van Dorland
2 years ago
Black-crowned Tchagra
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