Brubru (Nilaus afer) — Least Concern Aves

Brubru

Nilaus afer

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · 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

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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