Souza's Shrike

Lanius souzae

Souza's Shrike (Lanius souzae) is a small passerine bird found in the savannas and grasslands of central Brazil. It is known for its distinctive black mask and grey plumage, with a white belly and chest. This shrike species is an adept predator, preying on insects and small vertebrates, and is known for impaling its prey on thorns or barbed wire. Souza's Shrike is a solitary bird, often perching on exposed branches or wires to scan for prey. Its population is currently stable, but it faces threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to agricultural expansion.

Habitat: Savannas and grasslands