Crested Drongo
Dicrurus forficatus
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Dicruridae
About
The crested drongo is a passerine bird in the family Dicruridae. It is black with a bluish-green sheen, a distinctive crest on the forehead and a forked tail. There are two subspecies; D. f. forficatus is endemic to Madagascar and D. f. potior, which is larger, is found on the Comoro Islands. Its habitat is lowland forests, both dry and humid, and open savannah country. It is a common bird and the IUCN has listed it as "least concern".
Fun Fact
It is black with a bluish-green sheen, a distinctive crest on the forehead and a forked tail.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found throughout the island, and some of the larger inshore islands including Nosy-BĂŠ.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance