Aldabra Drongo vs Ribbon-tailed Drongo
Dicrurus aldabranus compared with Dicrurus megarhynchus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Aldabra Drongo | Ribbon-tailed Drongo |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicrurus aldabranus | Dicrurus megarhynchus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Dicruridae | Dicruridae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 25.2 cm (9.9 in) | 35.7 cm (14.1 in) |
| Weight | 47.5 g (1.68 oz) | 129.5 g (4.57 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Aldabra Drongo
Near Threatened
Ribbon-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.