Ashy Woodswallow

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Ashy Woodswallow (Artamus fuscus)

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The ashy woodswallow (Artamus fuscus) sometimes also called the ashy swallow-shrike is a woodswallow which is found in south Asia. Like other woodswallows, it has a short curve bill and a short square tail and long wings. It is usually seen perched in groups, high on powerlines, tall bare trees and most often in areas with a predominance of tall palm trees.


Source: Wikipedia
Image.: Akshay_Kallara
Location: Ponmudi


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