Bay-backed Shrike
Lanius vittatus
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About
The Bay-backed Shrike is a medium-sized shrike native to the Indian subcontinent, from Pakistan to Myanmar. It is recognized by its chestnut-brown back, grey crown, black mask, and white underparts with a pale rufous wash. Like other shrikes, it perches prominently on bushes and wires, hunting large insects, small lizards, and rodents.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.0 cm | 6.7 in |
| Weight | 22.0 g | 0.78 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 14-15 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Laniidae (Shrikes) |
| Genus | Lanius |
| Species | Lanius vittatus |
Distribution
Bay-backed Shrike has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laniidae family