Crow-billed Drongo
NameCrow-billed Drongo
Common NameCrow-billed Drongo
Scientific NameDicrurus annectens
FamilyDicruridae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)27
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsEntirely glossy black plumage with a metallic blue-green sheen, particularly visible on the upperparts and wings in good light. The eyes are dark red, contrasting with the black head. The tail is long and deeply forked, though less exaggerated than some other drongo species.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of harsh, metallic, and often grating calls, as well as some musical whistles and mimicry of other birds. They can produce a 'chick-chick-chick' alarm call and a 'twee-twee-twee' song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across a wide range in South and Southeast Asia, including parts of the Indian subcontinent, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia (Sumatra, Borneo, Java). It is a migratory species in some parts of its range.
Identifying FeaturesHeavy, crow-like bill with a hooked tip, Glossy black plumage with metallic sheen, Deeply forked tail (less extreme than some drongos), Dark red eyes, Aggressive behavior and agile flight
Description
The Crow-billed Drongo is a medium-sized, glossy black passerine bird with a distinctive heavy, slightly hooked bill. It is known for its agile flight and aggressive behavior, often chasing away larger birds from its territory. This species is typically found in forest edges and clearings, often perching conspicuously.
