About the Magpie Shrike
The magpie shrike, also known as the African long-tailed shrike, is a species of bird in the family Laniidae. It is the only species placed in the genus Urolestes. It is native to the grasslands of eastern and southeastern Africa, where its natural habitats are dry savannah, moist savannah, and subtropical or tropical dry shrubland. It has a very wide range and is common in places, and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed its conservation status as being of "least concern".
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Shrikes (Laniidae) |
| Species | Urolestes melanoleucus |
| Species Codes | magshr1, MASH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Magpie Shrike belong to?
The Magpie Shrike (Urolestes melanoleucus) belongs to the Shrikes family (Laniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Magpie Shrike?
The magpie shrike, also known as the African long-tailed shrike, is a species of bird in the family Laniidae. It is the only species placed in the genus Urolestes. It is native to the grasslands of eastern and southeastern Africa, where its natural habitats are dry savannah, moist savannah, and subt...
Where can I report a Magpie Shrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Magpie Shrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code magshr1, or on iNaturalist.
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