Ashy Drongo vs Velvet-mantled Drongo
Dicrurus leucophaeus compared with Dicrurus modestus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Ashy Drongo | Velvet-mantled Drongo |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicrurus leucophaeus | Dicrurus modestus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Dicruridae | Dicruridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 27.0 cm (10.6 in) | 25.6 cm (10.1 in) |
| Weight | 39.65 g (1.40 oz) | 47.583333333333336 g (1.68 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Ashy Drongo
Least Concern
Velvet-mantled Drongo
About These 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.