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Red-billed Helmetshrike

Red-billed Helmetshrike

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The Red-billed Helmetshrike is a distinctive and social bird characterized by its striking red bill and wattle, contrasting with its black crest and plumage. They move in cohesive flocks.
Where to spot
Found in Central and West Africa, from Liberia to Cameroon. Inhabits lowland rainforests and mature secondary forests.
How to spot
Listen for their varied, often clicking and buzzing calls. Look for active flocks moving through the forest canopy. The prominent red bill and wattle, along with the crest, are key identification features.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its habitat. Active during daylight hours.
This helmetshrike, like its relatives, exhibits communal breeding, with helpers assisting the dominant pair in raising their chicks, a successful social strategy.
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