Aldabra Drongo vs Greater Racquet-tailed Drongo
Dicrurus aldabranus compared with Dicrurus paradiseus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Aldabra Drongo | Greater Racquet-tailed Drongo |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicrurus aldabranus | Dicrurus paradiseus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Dicruridae | Dicruridae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 25.2 cm (9.9 in) | 28.6 cm (11.3 in) |
| Weight | 47.5 g (1.68 oz) | 92.46000000000001 g (3.26 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Aldabra Drongo only
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Aldabra Drongo
Least Concern
Greater Racquet-tailed 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.