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==Identification== | ==Identification== | ||
| − | Overall glossy black.Small white nuchal patch and white thighs are difficult to observe in the field.From Drongos by thinner slightly down curved beak,forked tail (slightly) with white barrings on vent and under tail coverts | + | Overall glossy black.Small white nuchal patch and white thighs are difficult to observe in the field. From Drongos by thinner slightly down curved beak, forked tail (slightly) with white barrings on vent and under tail coverts. Size-25cm. |
==Distribution== | ==Distribution== | ||
Revision as of 23:13, 1 January 2009
- Surniculus lugubris
Identification
Overall glossy black.Small white nuchal patch and white thighs are difficult to observe in the field. From Drongos by thinner slightly down curved beak, forked tail (slightly) with white barrings on vent and under tail coverts. Size-25cm.
Distribution
The Indian sub-continent,southern China through south-east Asia to the Greater Sundas, Bali, Sulawesi, and Philippines. Northern populations are migratory.
Taxonomy
Four subspecies are recognized, lugubris, dicruroides, musschenbroeki, and brachyurus. Philippine Drongo-Cuckoo has in the past been included as another subspecies, and the name of the combined species was "Drongo Cuckoo".
Habitat
Forest and forest edges.
Behaviour
Keeps to the canopy and the crown of tall trees. Does not chase insects from a open perch in the manner of drongos. A known brood parasite of Striped Tit-Babbler. Very vocal.
