Ratchet-tailed Treepie
Ratchet-tailed Treepie
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The Ratchet-tailed Treepie is a striking corvid endemic to Southeast Asia, known for its glossy black plumage and exceptionally long, uniquely shaped tail. It is a highly intelligent and distinctive member of the crow family.
Where to spot
Found in the dense evergreen and mixed deciduous forests of mainland Southeast Asia, primarily in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, favoring foothills and lower montane zones.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-canopy of mature forests, often in pairs or small family groups. Listen for its distinctive rasping calls and the unique whirring or rattling sound produced by its tail during flight or display.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during daylight hours, particularly active in the early morning and late afternoon when foraging.
Where to spot
Found in the dense evergreen and mixed deciduous forests of mainland Southeast Asia, primarily in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, favoring foothills and lower montane zones.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-canopy of mature forests, often in pairs or small family groups. Listen for its distinctive rasping calls and the unique whirring or rattling sound produced by its tail during flight or display.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during daylight hours, particularly active in the early morning and late afternoon when foraging.
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Its most remarkable feature is its specialized tail, which consists of several stiff, spatulate feathers that can produce a rattling sound during flight, resembling a mechanical 'ratchet' noise.
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