Andaman Drongo
Dicrurus andamanensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="dicrurus-andamanensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Andaman Drongo (Dicrurus andamanensis) is a bird species in the family Dicruridae (drongos), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26 cm and a weight of 50.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Andaman Drongo is an island-endemic passerine with a 26 cm wingspan, weighing around 50 grams. It inhabits forests and woodland edges of the Andaman Islands. Like other drongos, it is an agile aerial insect hunter with a characteristic forked tail.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.0 cm | 10.2 in |
| Weight | 50.5 g | 1.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Dicruridae (Drongos) |
| Genus | Dicrurus |
| Species | Dicrurus andamanensis |
Distribution
Andaman Drongo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Dicruridae family