Common Name: Spangled Drongo
Scientific Name: Dicrurus hottentottus
Family: Dicruridae
Nepali Name: Keshraj Chibe ( केशराज चिबे )
Size: 32 cm (size)
Location: Belaka, Udayapur, Nepal

The Spangled Drongo is a striking bird found in various regions of Nepal, typically inhabiting forests, woodlands, and urban areas up to 1500 meters in elevation.

It is easily recognizable by its all-glossy black plumage, which shimmers with blue and green iridescence in sunlight. The bird’s most distinctive feature is its long, deeply forked tail with curled tips. Its red eyes stand out against the dark feathers, often displaying a prominent crest on its head.

Known for its aggressive behavior, the Spangled Drongo is a skilled aerial hunter, feeding on insects and small vertebrates, and is often seen perched conspicuously while issuing a range of loud, metallic calls.

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