Balicassiao vs Ashy Drongo
Dicrurus balicassius compared with Dicrurus leucophaeus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Balicassiao | Ashy Drongo |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicrurus balicassius | Dicrurus leucophaeus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Dicruridae | Dicruridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 27.6 cm (10.9 in) | 27.0 cm (10.6 in) |
| Weight | 71.775 g (2.53 oz) | 39.65 g (1.40 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Balicassiao
Least Concern
Ashy Drongo
About These Birds
Balicassiao
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.
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.