Grey-crested Helmetshrike
Prionops poliolophus
The Grey-crested Helmetshrike (Prionops poliolophus) is a legendary vangas, helmetshrikes, and alli found in 2 countries, weighing about 49 g. The gray-crested helmetshrike is a species of bird in the Vanga family Vangidae, formerly usually included in the Malaconotidae.
About the Grey-crested Helmetshrike
The gray-crested helmetshrike is a species of bird in the Vanga family Vangidae, formerly usually included in the Malaconotidae.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Grey-crested Helmetshrike can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Grey-crested Helmetshrike look like?
- The gray-crested helmetshrike is a species of bird in the Vanga family Vangidae, formerly usually included in the Malaconotidae.
- How big is a Grey-crested Helmetshrike?
- The Grey-crested Helmetshrike is a small sized bird weighing about 49 g.
- Where can you see a Grey-crested Helmetshrike?
- The Grey-crested Helmetshrike occurs in 2 countries, including Kenya and Tanzania.
- What birds look similar to a Grey-crested Helmetshrike?
- The Grey-crested Helmetshrike is most easily confused with the Rufous-bellied Helmetshrike, the Gabela Helmetshrike and the Yellow-crested Helmetshrike.
- Is the Grey-crested Helmetshrike endangered?
- The Grey-crested Helmetshrike is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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