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Black Drongo: Facts, Habitat, Calls

All you need to know about these master mimics
Text By: Nisarg Prakash Design By: Diviya Mehra
Updated   February 24, 2026
Text By: Nisarg Prakash Design By: Diviya Mehra
Updated   February 24, 2026
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All you need to know about these master mimics
A visual infographic of the black drongo

What is the breeding season of the black drongo?

The black drongo tend to breed between March and August in India. 

How many subspecies of the black drongo are there in India?

In India, the black drongo has two subspecies: Dicrurus macrocercus albirictus and Dicrurus macrocercus macrocercus

What is the habitat of the black drongo?

The black drongo is found in forest edges, farmland, open woodlands, urban parks and gardens, plains and pasture fields. 

What is special about the black drongo's call? 

Black drongos are excellent mimics. They are often heard mimicking alarm calls of other birds, and can also vocalise nasal notes, sharp whistles and fluty calls.

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