Drongo
Fork-tailed Drongo on Mopane tree branch
Damaraland, Namibia
The Fork-tailed Drongo is 23 - 26 cm in length, mostly insectivorous, found from the Sahel to South Africa that lives in woodlands and savanna.
From afar, appears entirely black, but up close, its feathers show a glossy metallic sheen of blue or blue-green that shines in the sun.
The Fork-tailed Drongo is known for its ability to mimic other bird alarm calls.
They are also known for their aggressive and fearless behavior, often attacking and driving away much larger animals, including birds of prey, when their nest is in danger.
Drongo
Fork-tailed Drongo on Mopane tree branch
Damaraland, Namibia
The Fork-tailed Drongo is 23 - 26 cm in length, mostly insectivorous, found from the Sahel to South Africa that lives in woodlands and savanna.
From afar, appears entirely black, but up close, its feathers show a glossy metallic sheen of blue or blue-green that shines in the sun.
The Fork-tailed Drongo is known for its ability to mimic other bird alarm calls.
They are also known for their aggressive and fearless behavior, often attacking and driving away much larger animals, including birds of prey, when their nest is in danger.