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Hook-billed Vanga

Hook-billed Vanga

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The Hook-billed Vanga is a large, distinctive bird endemic to Madagascar, named for its massive, strongly hooked bill. It has a black head and back, contrasting with a white breast.
Where to spot
Widespread across the humid eastern and northern forests of Madagascar. Found in rainforests and dry deciduous forests.
How to spot
Look for its large size, bold black and white plumage, and unmistakable massive, hooked bill. Listen for its harsh, guttural calls as it forages, often chiseling away at bark.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active throughout the day, often seen methodically foraging on tree trunks.
File:Hook-billed Vanga (Vanga curvirostris) male (9643017751).jpg
File:Hook-billed vanga (Vanga curvirostris) (15905620541).jpg
File:Hook-billed vanga female vanga curvirostris.jpg
File:Vanga curvirostris G.E. Shelley.jpg
File:Hook-billed Vanga (Vanga curvirostris) male (9643017751).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hook-billed vanga (Vanga curvirostris) (15905620541).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hook-billed vanga female vanga curvirostris.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Vanga curvirostris G.E. Shelley.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This vanga's powerful hooked bill is highly adapted for tearing apart rotten wood and bark to extract large insects, grubs, and even small vertebrates.
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