Lafresnaye's Vanga
Xenopirostris xenopirostris
Near ThreatenedAves · Passeriformes · Vangidae
About
Lafresnaye's vanga is a species of bird in the vanga family Vangidae. The species is monotypic and one of three species in the genus Xenopirostris. It is endemic to the south and south west of Madagascar. It inhabits sub-arid thorn scrub, in the Madagascar spiny forests ecoregion, particularly areas with large amounts of dead wood, from sea level to 100 m (330 ft). The species has a small range is not common within that range. It was uplisted from Least Concern to Near Threatened in 2022 as it is experiencing moderately rapid population decline owing to habitat degradation and loss within its range.
Fun Fact
It inhabits sub-arid thorn scrub, in the Madagascar spiny forests ecoregion, particularly areas with large amounts of dead wood, from sea level to 100 m (330 ft).
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits sub-arid thorn scrub, in the Madagascar spiny forests ecoregion, particularly areas with large amounts of dead wood, from sea level to 100 m (330 ft).
Diet
Feeds on insects such as beetles and cockroaches, worms and small reptiles.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change