Masked Woodswallow
A species of Wood-swallows Scientific name : Artamus personatus Genus : Wood-swallows
Masked Woodswallow, A species of Wood-swallows
Botanical name: Artamus personatus
Genus: Wood-swallows
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Description General Info
Photo By Don Roberson 
Description
A.personatus is a common, gregarious and highly nomadic species, appearing in large flocks usually with white-browed woodswallow (Artamus superciliosus). Among the few passerines that have powder down through their plumage. Listed as least concern on the IUCN Red List. 
Size
20 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Masked Woodswallow primarily consumes insects, using hawking or pouncing techniques. They occasionally include nectar and fruit in their diet, highlighting their dietary diversity and adaptability.
Habitat
The habitat of masked Woodswallow predominantly comprises inland shrublands, open woodlands, and areas of nearby farmland. These birds thrive in environments that offer a combination of trees for shelter and open spaces for foraging. Their geographic range extends broadly across regions characterized by these habitat conditions, without being restricted to a particular elevation range.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Distribution Area
Widespread on mainland Australia, less common in coastal and near coastal areas, Vagrants have been recorded in Tasmania, New Zealand, Norfolk Island and Lord Howe Island. Mainly inhibit open forest, woodland, heath, roadside and farm tree belts. Mostly occur in arid and semi arid zones.
Photo By Don Roberson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Woodswallows Genus
Wood-swallows Species
Masked Woodswallow 
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