Oct 20

Bird of the day

Aldabra drongo

Dicrurus aldabranus

The Aldabra drongo (Dicrurus aldabranus) is a species of bird in the drongo family Dicruridae.

It is endemic to Seychelles, where it occurs only on the island of Aldabra. It has a small population of only around 1000 birds.

The appearance of this species is typical for drongos, with entirely black plumage, a heavy bill and a red eye. The tail is long and forked. Juvenile birds have a grey back, lighter blotched undersides and a brown eye. Its call is a harsh chuckle.

Its natural habitats are tropical mangrove forests and casuarina woodland and dense scrub.

Aliases

Dicrurus aldabranus