Chinese Grey Shrike
A species of Typical shrikes Scientific name : Lanius sphenocercus Genus : Typical shrikes
Chinese Grey Shrike, A species of Typical shrikes
Botanical name: Lanius sphenocercus
Genus: Typical shrikes
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Description
Photo By Charley Hesse TROPICAL BIRDING
Description
The Chinese grey shrike (Lanius sphenocercus) is a species of bird in the family Laniidae. It is found in China, Japan, North Korea, South Korea, Mongolia, and the Russian Far East. Its natural habitat is temperate forests.
Size
31 cm
Habitat
The chinese Grey Shrike typically occupies various open landscapes ranging from river valleys, pastures, and cultivated areas with scattered vegetation to open woodlands. Broad geographical regions where the chinese Grey Shrike is found include steppes and semi-deserts, as well as agricultural fields such as rice paddies. They adapt to different land uses, including reclaimed areas with grass and shrubs, showing a preference for lowland habitats.
Dite type
Carnivorous
Photo By Charley Hesse TROPICAL BIRDING
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
True shrikes Genus
Typical shrikes Species
Chinese Grey Shrike