Brubru
Nilaus afer
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Malaconotidae
About
The brubru is a species of bushshrike found in most of Sub-Saharan Africa. It is the only member of the genus Nilaus.
Fun Fact
Slight plumage and size variations reflect different ecological niches.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in acacia and broadleaved woodland, whereas the three subspecies in a belt from northeastern Angola and northern Namibia east to Tanzania and northern Mozambique occur in Brachystegia miombo woodland.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance