Hook-billed Vanga

Vanga curvirostris

The Hook-billed Vanga is a distinctive bird species found in the dry deciduous forests of western Madagascar. It is characterized by its unique hooked bill, which it uses to forage for insects and small vertebrates. This medium-sized vanga has striking black and white plumage with a contrasting bright blue eye. It is known for its agile and acrobatic foraging behavior, often hanging upside down from branches to catch prey. The Hook-billed Vanga is a vocal species, with a variety of calls and songs used for communication and territorial defense.

Habitat: Dry deciduous forests