White-headed Shrike

Laniarius leucorhynchus

The White-headed Shrike (Laniarius leucorhynchus) is a medium-sized passerine bird found in eastern Africa. It is characterized by its striking black and white plumage, with a distinctive white head and black mask. This shrike is known for its melodious and varied song, often heard in its woodland habitat. It is an adept hunter, preying on insects and small vertebrates, and is known for impaling its prey on thorns or barbed wire. The White-headed Shrike is a territorial species, often seen perched prominently on tree branches or wires, defending its territory from intruders.

Habitat: Woodlands and savannas