Red-naped Bushshrike
NameRed-naped Bushshrike
Common NameRed-naped Bushshrike
Scientific NameLaniarius rufonuchalis
FamilyMalaconotidae
Wingspan (cm)27.5
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsThe bird has glossy black upperparts with a prominent white stripe across the wing. Its underparts are white, often with buffy or rufous wash on the flanks. A distinctive rufous-chestnut patch adorns the nape, contrasting with a black mask through the eye and a white supercilium and moustachial stripe. The bill is black.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its rich, melodious, and often duetting calls, which can include clear whistles, churring notes, and harsh scolding sounds.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in eastern Africa, ranging from South Sudan and Ethiopia south through Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Identifying FeaturesReddish-brown nape patch, Black upperparts with white wing stripe, Black mask through eye with white supercilium, White underparts with buffy flanks, Stout black bill
Description
The Red-naped Bushshrike is a striking medium-sized passerine known for its bold black, white, and rufous plumage. It typically inhabits dense undergrowth in forests, where it forages for insects and other invertebrates, often in pairs.
