Common Shrike (Butcherbird) - South Africa VB © Brian Basson 2015
While travelling in South Africa I came across many of these birds, known locally as the Jackie Hangman or Butcherbird due to the fact that they spike their pre...
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While travelling in South Africa I came across many of these birds, known locally as the Jackie Hangman or Butcherbird due to the fact that they spike their prey on thorn trees, which they then use as there larder. This shot was taken on an early morning drive, when birds are at their most active.
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