Black Drongo
Black Drongo
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The Black Drongo is a medium-sized, glossy black bird with a long, deeply forked tail that is often held open in flight. It is a highly adaptable and aggressive insectivore, often seen perched on wires or fences in open country. It is known for its fearless nature and varied vocalizations.
Where to spot
Widespread across South and Southeast Asia, from Iran east to Indonesia. It prefers open agricultural land, scrub, dry deciduous forests, and urban areas. It is particularly common near human habitation.
How to spot
Easily identified by its uniform glossy black plumage and its characteristic long, deeply forked 'fishtail.' It often perches conspicuously. Listen for its diverse, often harsh and metallic, calls, which can include mimicry.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, observable year-round. It is a resident species over most of its range, though some populations may make local movements.
Where to spot
Widespread across South and Southeast Asia, from Iran east to Indonesia. It prefers open agricultural land, scrub, dry deciduous forests, and urban areas. It is particularly common near human habitation.
How to spot
Easily identified by its uniform glossy black plumage and its characteristic long, deeply forked 'fishtail.' It often perches conspicuously. Listen for its diverse, often harsh and metallic, calls, which can include mimicry.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, observable year-round. It is a resident species over most of its range, though some populations may make local movements.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Black Drongos are renowned for their aggressive defense of nests and foraging territories, often mobbing much larger birds of prey. They also frequently follow grazing livestock to catch flushed insects.
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