The Black-headed Cuckooshrike is a species found in India and Southeast Asia. It is characterized by the male's black head contrasting with a grey body.
Where to spot
Inhabits forests, woodlands, and cultivated areas across parts of India and Southeast Asia (e.g., Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia).
How to spot
Look for the male's distinctive black head and grey body. It often moves through the mid to upper canopy. Listen for its clear, melodious calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often foraging in the canopy. More vocal during the breeding season.
Where to spot
Inhabits forests, woodlands, and cultivated areas across parts of India and Southeast Asia (e.g., Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia).
How to spot
Look for the male's distinctive black head and grey body. It often moves through the mid to upper canopy. Listen for its clear, melodious calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often foraging in the canopy. More vocal during the breeding season.
Males exhibit a striking plumage contrast, with a glossy black head that makes them easily identifiable in the field.
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