Collared Flycatcher-shrike
Collared Flycatcher-shrike
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The Collared Flycatcher-shrike is an unusual passerine with a distinctive black collar and shrike-like bill, making it stand out from typical bulbuls. Its habits are somewhat enigmatic.
Where to spot
Found in West and Central Africa, particularly in fragmented forests, forest edges, clearings, and savanna-woodland mosaics, often near tall trees.
How to spot
Look for its upright posture on an exposed perch and its prominent black collar. Observe its 'flycatching' behavior, sallying out to catch insects in mid-air. Its calls are distinctive but can be infrequent.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident range. Active during daylight hours, often perching conspicuously to scan for insects.
Where to spot
Found in West and Central Africa, particularly in fragmented forests, forest edges, clearings, and savanna-woodland mosaics, often near tall trees.
How to spot
Look for its upright posture on an exposed perch and its prominent black collar. Observe its 'flycatching' behavior, sallying out to catch insects in mid-air. Its calls are distinctive but can be infrequent.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident range. Active during daylight hours, often perching conspicuously to scan for insects.
Despite being classified within the Bulbul family, its physical characteristics and foraging behavior, which includes flycatching from perches, strongly resemble those of a shrike or flycatcher.
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