Fork-tailed Drongo
Fork-tailed Drongo
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1 month ago
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jenny van Dorland
The Fork-tailed Drongo is a widespread and common African bird, easily recognized by its entirely black, glossy plumage and a distinctly long, deeply forked tail. It is an opportunistic and fearless insectivore, often seen perched conspicuously in open habitats. Known for its aggressive territorial behavior and varied calls.
Where to spot
Widely distributed across sub-Saharan Africa, found in a diverse range of habitats including savannas, woodlands, farmlands, urban parks, and gardens. It prefers open or semi-open areas with scattered trees.
How to spot
Look for its uniform glossy black plumage and its characteristic long, deeply forked tail. It often perches prominently on wires, fences, or exposed branches. Listen for its loud, harsh, and highly variable calls, which include many mimicked sounds.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, observable year-round as it is a resident species.
Where to spot
Widely distributed across sub-Saharan Africa, found in a diverse range of habitats including savannas, woodlands, farmlands, urban parks, and gardens. It prefers open or semi-open areas with scattered trees.
How to spot
Look for its uniform glossy black plumage and its characteristic long, deeply forked tail. It often perches prominently on wires, fences, or exposed branches. Listen for its loud, harsh, and highly variable calls, which include many mimicked sounds.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, observable year-round as it is a resident species.
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The Fork-tailed Drongo is a master mimic, capable of imitating the alarm calls of various other bird species and even meerkats, often using these imitations to scare away predators or steal food from other animals.
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