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The racket-tailed treepie "Crypsirina temia" is a medium-sized bird, about 30 cm long, with a distinctive long, broad-tipped tail that resembles a small racket. It is a member of the crow family, Corvidae, and is found in Southeast Asia, from southern Myanmar and Thailand to Sumatra, Java, and Bali.
The racket-tailed treepie has a glossy black plumage that appears blue-green in good light. It has a small black mask around its eyes and bill, and its legs and feet are also black. Its most striking feature is its long, broad-tipped tail, which is black with a greenish tinge. The tail feathers are very broad at the tips, and they are used for balance and display.
They are found in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, scrubland, and gardens. They are arboreal birds, meaning that they spend most of their time in trees. They are insectivores, and their diet consists of a variety of insects, such as beetles, caterpillars, and grasshoppers. They also eat fruits and seeds.
Racket-tailed treepies are social birds and are often seen in pairs or small flocks. They are vocal birds and have a variety of calls, including harsh croaks, whistles, and chatters. They are also known to mimic the calls of other birds.
The breeding season for racket-tailed treepies is from March to May. They build their nests in trees or shrubs, and the female lays 2-4 eggs. Both parents incubate the eggs and care for the young
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