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image credit: arkive.orgHabitat: north-east Madagascar
Status: Vulnerable
This very distinctive creature is the Helmet Vanga which is easily identifiable by its large, hunched deep or pale blue bill. Very little is known about this bird’s life history.
It’s only found in a couple of sites in the rainforests of Madagascar including Marojejy Strict Nature Reserve, the Masoala National Park and Mantadia National Park.
Adult Helmet Vangas mostly eat large insects but they will bring back to the nest a variety of goodies. Lizards, snakes, snails, spiders, and crabs can all be found on the menu.
