Spangled Drongo (Dicrurus bracteatus)

✨ Key Features

• Glossy black plumage with blue-green sheen

• Distinct forked tail

• Bright red eye

• Slender, slightly hooked bill

🌏 Habitat

Found across northern and eastern Australia, especially in:

• Forests and woodlands

• Rainforest edges

• Coastal regions

Often seen:

• Perched prominently or making quick flights for insects

⚡ What Makes It Special

A skilled mimic, able to imitate calls of other birds and sounds.

🧠 Summary

A glossy black bird with a forked tail and red eye, often seen catching insects in woodland and forest.