Retz's Helmetshrike
Prionops retzii
The Retz's Helmetshrike (Prionops retzii) is a rare vangas, helmetshrikes, and alli found in 12 countries, weighing about 50 g. Retz's helmetshrike is a species of bird in the helmetshrike family Vangidae, formerly usually included in the Malaconotidae.
About the Retz's Helmetshrike
Retz's helmetshrike is a species of bird in the helmetshrike family Vangidae, formerly usually included in the Malaconotidae.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Retz's 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 Retz's Helmetshrike look like?
- Retz's helmetshrike is a species of bird in the helmetshrike family Vangidae, formerly usually included in the Malaconotidae.
- How big is a Retz's Helmetshrike?
- The Retz's Helmetshrike is a small sized bird weighing about 50 g.
- Where can you see a Retz's Helmetshrike?
- The Retz's Helmetshrike occurs in 12 countries, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya and Mozambique.
- What birds look similar to a Retz's Helmetshrike?
- The Retz's Helmetshrike is most easily confused with the Chestnut-fronted Helmetshrike, the Red-billed Helmetshrike and the Grey-crested Helmetshrike.
- Is the Retz's Helmetshrike endangered?
- The Retz's Helmetshrike is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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