Aldabra drongo
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Dicrurus aldabranus

The Aldabra drongo (Dicrurus aldabranus ) is a species of bird in the drongo family Dicruridae.It is endemic to Seychelles, where it occurs only on the island of Aldabra. It has a small population of only around 1000 birds.

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The appearance of this species is typical for drongos, with entirely black plumage, a heavy bill and a red eye. The tail is long and forked. Juvenile birds have a grey back, lighter blotched undersides and a brown eye. Its call is a harsh chuckle.

Its natural habitats are tropical mangrove forests and cassurina woodland and dense scrub.

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References

1. Aldabra drongo Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aldabra_drongo
2. Aldabra drongo on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/22706943/94098323

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