Lowland Sooty Boubou
NameLowland Sooty Boubou
Common NameLowland Sooty Boubou
Scientific NameLaniarius leucorhynchus
FamilyMalaconotidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)19.5
Weight (g)43
Plumage DetailsEntirely glossy black plumage, including the head, body, wings, and tail. The bill and legs are also black, and the eyes are dark brown.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its distinctive duetting calls, which often consist of clear, ringing whistles or 'bou-bou' notes exchanged between a pair. Calls can be quite varied and complex.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in West and Central Africa, ranging from Sierra Leone east through Nigeria and Cameroon to Uganda, and south to northern Angola.
Identifying FeaturesEntirely glossy black plumage, Stout, black bill, Dark eyes, Skulking behavior in dense undergrowth, Distinctive duetting calls
Description
The Lowland Sooty Boubou is a medium-sized, entirely black bushshrike found in dense forest undergrowth. It is a shy and elusive bird, often heard more than seen, foraging low in vegetation for insects.
