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Balicassiao
Dicrurus balicassius
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Least Concern
Wingspan
27.6 cm
Weight
71.775 g
Family
Dicruridae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Balicassiao is a medium-sized drongo endemic to the Philippines, weighing about 71.775g with a wingspan of 27.6cm. It has glossy black plumage and the deeply forked tail characteristic of drongos, and is named after its loud, melodic call. It forages for insects by aerial sallying and is known to mob larger birds and predators.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.6 cm | 10.9 in |
| Weight | 71.775 g | 2.53 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Dicruridae (Drongos) |
| Genus | Dicrurus |
| Species | Dicrurus balicassius |
Distribution
Balicassiao has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Balicassiao endangered?
The Balicassiao has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Balicassiao nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Balicassiao?
The Balicassiao has a wingspan of 27.6 cm, weight of 71.775 g.
What order and family does the Balicassiao belong to?
The Balicassiao (Dicrurus balicassius) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Dicruridae.
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