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Black-headed Gonolek

Black-headed Gonolek

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The Black-headed Gonolek is a strikingly colored bushshrike found in parts of Central and East Africa. It features a completely black head and back, contrasting sharply with its brilliant red underparts.
Where to spot
Found in Central and East Africa, typically in dense bush, thickets, and forest edges, often near water sources.
How to spot
Identify by its solid black head and back, combined with bright red underparts. Listen for its distinctive loud, clear whistling calls, often delivered as a duet.
When to spot
Active during daylight, often most vocal in the early mornings and late afternoons.
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File:Black-headed Gonolek (Laniarius erythrogaster) (6937128262).jpg
File:Black-headed Gonolek Laniarius erythrogaster National Aviary 1200px.jpg
File:Bubú cabecinegro (Laniarius erythrogaster), Kimotong, Sudán del Sur, 2024-01-24, DD 92.jpg
File:Bubú cabecinegro (Laniarius erythrogaster), Terekeka, Sudán del Sur, 2024-01-29, DD 72.jpg
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File:Black-headed Gonolek (Laniarius erythrogaster) (31622677037).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-headed Gonolek (Laniarius erythrogaster) (6937128262).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-headed Gonolek Laniarius erythrogaster National Aviary 1200px.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Bubú cabecinegro (Laniarius erythrogaster), Kimotong, Sudán del Sur, 2024-01-24, DD 92.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Bubú cabecinegro (Laniarius erythrogaster), Terekeka, Sudán del Sur, 2024-01-29, DD 72.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Laniarius erythrogaster 3zz.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Black-headed Gonolek is a highly territorial bird, and its loud, ringing calls serve to mark its boundaries and attract mates.
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