Balicassiao
Dicrurus balicassius
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<birdfyi-bird slug="dicrurus-balicassius"></birdfyi-bird>The Balicassiao (Dicrurus balicassius) is a bird species in the family Dicruridae (drongos), within the order Passeriformes (aves canoras). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.6 cm and a weight of 71.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 27,6 cm | 10.9 in |
| Peso | 71,775 g | 2.53 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: CP.
Tamaño de la puesta
3
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Passeriformes (Aves Canoras) |
| Familia | Dicruridae (Drongos) |
| Genus | Dicrurus |
| Especies | Dicrurus balicassius |
Distribution
Balicassiao has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Dicruridae family