All you need to know about this large black drongo known for its mimicry
What do greater racket-tailed drongos eat?
Greater racket-tailed drongos are largely insectivorous, but they also eat small-sized vertebrates and nectar on occasion.
What do greater racket-tailed drongos sound like?
Greater racket-tailed drongos are well known for there excellent mimicry of a wide range of birds , ranging from birds of prey to babblers. They also possess highly diverse vocalisations and often engage in duets. They are also known to mimic animal calls and even man-made sounds. These birds also sometimes use false alarm calls to steal catch from other birds.
How do you identify the racket-tailed drongo?
A large black drongo with prominant reddish-brown eyes and a distinctive notched tail with two long racket-like streamers at the end. They also have a backward-curving crest on the forehead.
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