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Andaman Serpent-Eagle - A relatively small, uniformly dark brown eagle with a contrasting bright-yellow bare patch between the eye and the bill. The underparts are speckled with small white spots. In flight, the wings have narrow black-and-white bands and the tail has thick black bands. Juvenile similar to adult, but with a pale, cream-colored head. Often seen perched in trees under the canopy, from where it watches for small prey. Calls delivered in a series of 4-5 short, chirp-like whistles.
Andaman Nightjar - A dark, medium-sized nightjar with a somewhat long tail and wings. The crown and back are markedly paler gray, and the white throat patch can sometimes be hidden. In flight, note the white patch on the outermost flight feathers. Found in open woodland, forest clearings, and mangroves. The song consists of 4-5 loud, hard notes delivered in a level series: “chowk-chowk-chowk”
Andaman Drongo - A medium-sized, dark drongo with a strong bill and a deeply-forked tail with tips curling outwards. Inhabits forests and forest edges, where it hawks for insects under the canopy. Often found in small groups and will flock with other species as well. Calls include tinkling sounds, metallic whistles, and a variety of short harsh notes.
Andaman Wood-Pigeon - A large pigeon with dark gray upperparts and pale gray head and underparts. Note the pale yellow bill, the reddish bare skin around the eye, and the silvery neck with blackish bars. Uncommon and inconspicuous in forests, where pairs and small groups feed close to the canopy. Similar to Green Imperial-Pigeon, but the Andaman Wood-Pigeon has a pale gray vent, reddish skin around the eye, and a different bill color.
Andaman Shama - A large, long-legged, long-tailed robin-like bird. The face, breast, wings, and tail are glossy black, while the belly, lower back, and undertail are white. Feeds in the understory and on the ground, frequently raising its tail to reveal reddish-brown vent. Shy and inconspicuous in its wooded habitats, but its presence is often given away by its song, which consists of mellow guttural trills and whistles.
