Black Scimitarbill
Rhinopomastus aterrimus
Points
20
per confirmed sighting
BirdConservation status: Least ConcernUncommon to spot
birds • Phoeniculidae
Black Scimitarbill.
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Rhinopomastus aterrimus
Category
birds
Family
Phoeniculidae
Size
Body mass: approximately 27.1 g (EltonTraits).
Points
20 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding black scimitarbill in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
EltonTraits foraging-strata profile: canopy foraging 70%, ground foraging 20%, mid-level vegetation 10%.
Diet
EltonTraits diet profile: invertebrates 80%; fruit 20%.
Behaviour
When to look
Not classified as primarily nocturnal in EltonTraits.
Where to see it
Zambia
AngolaSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
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