No.420 Bull-headed Shrike Lanius bucephalus

L=20cm

Rank : 2
Resident
The species is a popular wild bird in AsakawaRiver basin. In autumn, its high-pitched shriek is heard here and there |one of the charming autumnal sights of Japan. This voice is given to displayterritorial behaviour, and both sexes display them. sometimes preys on small animals and birds; it is primarily ameat-eater. At times impales prey on pointed twigs or attaches it betweenbranches for reasons not fully understood.

Bull-headed Shrike (Adult)

Bull-headed Shrike (Adult)

Bull-headed Shrike (Parent and Child)

Bull-headed Shrike (Shrieking)

Bull-headed Shrike (Regurgitating)