Andaman Drongo

Andaman Drongo

Dicrurus andamanensis

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Dicruridae

About

The Andaman Drongo is a species of bird in the family Dicruridae. The species is endemic to the Andaman Islands of the Indian Ocean. There are two subspecies, the nominate race being found across the main islands of the archipelago, and the race dicruriformis occurring on Great Coco Island and Table Island in the north of the chain.

Fun Fact

The Andaman drongo species found exclusively in the lush tropical forests of the Andaman Islands in the Bay of Bengal.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found exclusively in the lush tropical forests of the Andaman Islands in the Bay of Bengal.

Diet

Diet mainly consists of insects, like dragonflies, butterflies, and beetles, as well as spiders and other small arthropods.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance