Andaman Cuckooshrike
A species of Coracina Scientific name : Coracina dobsoni Genus : Coracina
Andaman Cuckooshrike, A species of Coracina
Botanical name: Coracina dobsoni
Genus: Coracina
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Description General Info
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen Description
The Andaman cuckooshrike (Coracina dobsoni) is a species of bird in the family Campephagidae. It is endemic to the Andaman Islands. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the bar-bellied cuckooshrike.
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Andaman Cuckooshrike's specific diet details are unrecorded, yet it likely mirrors the insectivorous habits of closely related species, such as consuming insects. It often forages in pairs or joins mixed-species flocks, suggesting a social feeding behavior.
Habitat
The habitat of andaman Cuckooshrike is primarily comprised of forested regions, with a strong preference for evergreen forests. These birds are typically found residing in the canopies of lofty trees where they can exploit the ecological resources such as food and shelter. The general environment is one of dense vegetation offering ample cover and sustenance.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Cuckoo-shrikes Genus
Coracina Species
Andaman Cuckooshrike