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Tropical Boubou

Tropical Boubou

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The Swamp Boubou is a large, dark bushshrike found in the marshy and riparian habitats of West and Central Africa. It is characterized by its glossy black plumage and its preference for dense, wet environments.
Where to spot
Found in swamps, reedy margins of lakes, and riverine thickets in West and Central Africa.
How to spot
Listen for its deep, rich, and often echoing calls. Look for its uniformly glossy black plumage and secretive behavior in dense, wet vegetation. Patience is needed to get a clear view.
When to spot
Active during daylight, but its secretive nature means it's often heard before seen, especially in the mornings.
File:Laniarius major major, Lac Ruhondo, Rwanda 1.jpg
File:Laniarius major major, Musanze, Rwanda 1.jpg
File:Laniarius major mossambicus.jpg
File:Tropical Boubou (Laniarius major) (44745888310).jpg
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File:Tropical boubou, Laniarius major, Sinamatella Camp area in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. (33553285410).jpg
File:Tropical boubou, Laniarius major, Sinamatella Camp area in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. (33553287620).jpg
File:Tropical boubou, Laniarius major, Sinamatella Camp area in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. (33553289990).jpg
File:Tropical boubou (Laniarius major ambiguus).jpg
File:Laniarius major major, Lac Ruhondo, Rwanda 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Laniarius major major, Musanze, Rwanda 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Laniarius major mossambicus.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tropical Boubou (Laniarius major) (44745888310).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tropical Boubou (Laniarius major) (52772309825).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tropical boubou, Laniarius major, Sinamatella Camp area in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. (33553285410).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tropical boubou, Laniarius major, Sinamatella Camp area in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. (33553287620).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tropical boubou, Laniarius major, Sinamatella Camp area in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. (33553289990).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tropical boubou (Laniarius major ambiguus).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Unlike many boubous that prefer drier woodlands, the Swamp Boubou is specifically adapted to living in wetland areas, where it finds its insect prey.
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