Balicassiao
A species of Drongos Scientific name : Dicrurus balicassius Genus : Drongos
Balicassiao, A species of Drongos
Botanical name: Dicrurus balicassius
Genus: Drongos
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Description General Info
Description
Medium size, sexes alike, races differ in size, abraensis is the largest, and in being all black abraensis and balicassius or having white lower breast and belly mirabilis.
Size
26 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Balicassiao primarily consumes insects, caught by flying from perches at understory to canopy levels. Balicassiao typically forages either solo or in small groups, and rarely joins mixed-species flocks.
Habitat
The habitat of balicassiao typically consists of subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. These environments are characterized by dense vegetation and a humid climate, which provide ideal conditions for balicassiao to thrive. Balicassiao is commonly found in regions that support such forest ecosystems, as they offer the necessary resources for feeding and nesting.
Dite type
Insectivorous