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.

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.

Aldabra drongo

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

Aldabra drongo

References

Birds of Seychelles

Drongos

Endemic fauna of Seychelles

Birds described in 1893

Taxa named by Robert Ridgway

Taxonomy articles created by Polbot

Aldabra drongo