Aldabra Drongo vs Ashy Drongo
Dicrurus aldabranus compared with Dicrurus leucophaeus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Aldabra Drongo | Ashy Drongo |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicrurus aldabranus | Dicrurus leucophaeus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Dicruridae | Dicruridae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 25.2 cm (9.9 in) | 27.0 cm (10.6 in) |
| Weight | 47.5 g (1.68 oz) | 39.65 g (1.40 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Aldabra Drongo
Least Concern
Ashy Drongo
About These Birds
Aldabra Drongo
The Aldabra Drongo is a near-threatened drongo weighing about 48 g with a wingspan of 25 cm, endemic to Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles. It is an agile aerial insectivore that also takes small lizards and invertebrates, and is known for its bold, aggressive behaviour toward larger birds.
Ashy Drongo
The Ashy Drongo is a medium-sized bird found across South and Southeast Asia, inhabiting forests and forest edges. Weighing about 40g with a wingspan of 27cm, its uniform grey plumage and forked tail are characteristic of the drongo family. It is an aggressive aerial insectivore that frequently mimics other bird calls.