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White-crested Helmetshrike

White-crested Helmetshrike

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The White-crested Helmetshrike is a striking social bird, notable for its prominent white crest and black and white plumage. They are highly gregarious and move in noisy flocks.
Where to spot
Widespread across West, Central, and East Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and Tanzania. Found in savannas, woodlands, and dry forests.
How to spot
Listen for their distinctive, chattering calls. Look for active, noisy flocks moving through the trees. Their prominent white crest is an unmistakable identification feature.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Easily observed throughout the day as they forage in active flocks.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus) (52094414150).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus) (52112883125), crop.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus) (52112883125).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus) (52459148522).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus) (52492453691).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops plumatus) (52492916305).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-crested Helmetshrike Prionops plumatus.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
These birds are cooperative breeders, with multiple individuals helping to raise young in a communal nest, often forming tightly knit family groups.
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