Pied Triller
Lalage nigra
The Pied Triller (Lalage nigra) is a uncommon cuckooshrik found in 7 countries, weighing about 28 g. The pied triller is a species of bird in the cuckooshrike family Campephagidae.
About the Pied Triller
The pied triller is a species of bird in the cuckooshrike family Campephagidae. It is found in Brunei, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in India.
When to see it
The Pied Triller can be seen all year round, with peak activity in October. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Pied Triller look like?
- The pied triller is a species of bird in the cuckooshrike family Campephagidae.
- How big is a Pied Triller?
- The Pied Triller is a small sized bird weighing about 28 g.
- Where can you see a Pied Triller?
- The Pied Triller occurs in 7 countries, including the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand.
- What birds look similar to a Pied Triller?
- The Pied Triller is most easily confused with the White-shouldered Triller, the Polynesian Triller and the Long-tailed Triller.
- Is the Pied Triller endangered?
- The Pied Triller is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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