Blackbird Sings In Sunny Breeze
Similar not the same, now to enjoy some birds around my garden. These two of similar when seen initially, size eating habits then they rest up for awhile, allow you to identify the difference.
Fork-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus adsimilis) Red-eyed all black with tell tail being forked, sit along the wooded area with good view to hawk insects whizzing by in flight or dive down to lift one off the ground.
Found throughout Southern Africa and into central Africa, has more robust bill with hook tip approximately 5cm longer than the next bird.
Southern Black Flycatcher (Melaenornis pammelaina) Dark brown eyes, straight square tail with lustrous glossy shine to males. Hunt similar space to the Drongo slightly lower down on branches normally as they both take insects in flight or dart to the ground to hunt prey.
Habitat along Eastern side of South Africa and over border along wast, we have both in my garden regularly, slightly shyer to more aggressive robust Drongo.
Birds can confuse one if you not sure about detail, something I do enjoy is watching the mix we have, where they perch or source food. These two have similar characteristics often confusing one to look closely before making a decision.
All photography my own using Canon Powershot SX730 HS. Anything not properly identified please let me know in comments below. Now go out and have a wonderful day wherever you live in our wonderful world.
Thought for Today: "The zebra told the white horse, "I am white," and told the black horse, "I am actually black."" - African Proverb
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