The Wallacea Drongo is a sleek, all-black bird with a glossy sheen and a distinctively forked tail, typical of the drongo family. It is an agile aerial hunter, often seen perched prominently before swooping to catch insects. This species is a key part of the avifauna in the Wallacea region.
Where to spot
Found throughout the Wallacea region of Indonesia and East Timor, inhabiting a variety of wooded habitats, including lowland forests, forest edges, and secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for its all-black, glossy plumage and deeply forked tail. It often perches conspicuously on exposed branches. Listen for its varied calls, which can help in identification across its wide island range.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observable year-round as it is a resident species. Often seen foraging in the morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Found throughout the Wallacea region of Indonesia and East Timor, inhabiting a variety of wooded habitats, including lowland forests, forest edges, and secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for its all-black, glossy plumage and deeply forked tail. It often perches conspicuously on exposed branches. Listen for its varied calls, which can help in identification across its wide island range.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observable year-round as it is a resident species. Often seen foraging in the morning and late afternoon.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is part of a complex of drongos found across the Wallacea region, with subtle variations existing between different island populations.
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