RarityCommon
Height30 cm
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Bird Calls
2 recordings of the Spangled Drongo
Did You Know?
3 Facts1
"Spangled Drongos are expert mimics, imitating calls of other birds like butcherbirds or kingfishers."
Field Guide
Spangled Drongo
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The Spangled Drongo is a medium-sized black bird with a long, forked tail that curves slightly upward at the tips. Found across northern and eastern Australia, this bird is easily recognised by its glossy black plumage with iridescent blue-green highlights and vivid red eyes. Its slightly hooked bill and confident, acrobatic behaviour make it a captivating sight in both urban and natural landscapes.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Spangled Drongo has been recorded.
- Berrinba Wetlands🔥 ActiveQueensland · 14 species · 15 sightings · seen 18 days ago
- Cairns Cattana Wetlands🔥 ActiveQueensland · 38 species · 52 sightings · seen 16 days ago
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens🔥 ActiveNorthern Territory · 12 species · 16 sightings · seen 12 days ago
- Hinterland Regional Park🔥 ActiveQueensland · 2 species · seen 3 days ago
- Whites Hill Reserve🔥 ActiveQueensland · 15 species · 24 sightings · seen 11 days ago
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