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Gray-backed Fiscal

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1 week ago door Henk Spuijbroek

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The Northern White-crowned Shrike is a distinctive shrike species found in East Africa. It is easily recognized by its striking white crown, black mask, and contrasting black and white plumage. This highly social bird lives in cooperative groups and inhabits dry savannas and bushlands.

Where to spot

Found in East Africa, ranging from Sudan and Ethiopia south through Uganda, Kenya, and northern Tanzania. It prefers arid and semi-arid savannas, acacia bushland, and dry scrub, often in groups.

How to spot

Look for groups of these strikingly patterned birds moving through the bush or perched conspicuously. The bright white crown, black mask, and mostly black body with white wing patches are unmistakable. Listen for their noisy, chattering calls and complex vocalizations.

When to spot

Resident throughout its range, observable year-round. They are active during the day, often seen foraging together in the mornings and late afternoons.

Where to spot

Found in East Africa, ranging from Sudan and Ethiopia south through Uganda, Kenya, and northern Tanzania. It prefers arid and semi-arid savannas, acacia bushland, and dry scrub, often in groups.

How to spot

When to spot

Resident throughout its range, observable year-round. They are active during the day, often seen foraging together in the mornings and late afternoons.

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Northern White-crowned Shrikes are highly social and practice cooperative breeding, where multiple individuals assist the breeding pair in nest building, incubation, and feeding the young, enhancing reproductive success.

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