Common Name: Ashy Drongo
Scientific Name: Dicrurus leucophaeus
Family: Dicruridae
Nepali Name: Dhuwashe Chibe ( ध्वाँसे चिबे )
Size: 29 cm
Location: Pharping, Kathmandu

The Ashy Drongo is a medium-sized bird commonly found in Nepal at elevations ranging from 1,220 to 2,745 meters. It is characterized by its striking dark gray plumage, which appears almost black, and its long, deeply forked tail. Adults have bright red eyes, adding to their distinctive appearance. This agile and vocal species is often spotted in forests and open habitats.

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