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Explore the lesser grey shrike in detail, study its behavior, prepare your shots.
Where to observe and photograph the lesser grey shrike in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the lesser grey shrike in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the lesser grey shrike’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Lesser grey shrike
Scientific name: Lanius minor
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: LANIIDAE
Group: Birds
Sensitivity to human approach: Very shy
Minimum approach distance: 50 m
Courtship display: May to June
Incubation: 14-16 jours
Hatchings: May to July
Habitat:
Woodland edges, grasslands, open farmland and scattered bushes
Activity period :
Primarily active during the day, with peak activity in the morning and late afternoon.
Identification and description:
The lesser grey shrike is a medium-sized forest raptor (16–18 cm) with bluish-grey upperparts and pale pink underparts, marked by a broad pale wing patch. It inhabits woodland edges, grasslands, open farmland and scattered bushes, feeding mainly on small birds, insects and reptiles.
Recommended lens:
400 mm – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Position yourself at dawn near a woodland edge or sparse shrub, wait motionless until it hunts with rapid flight. Shoot from a slight low angle to isolate the bird against the sky and use a fast shutter speed to freeze its swift movements.
From knowledge to field practice
A species profile helps you understand an animal. In the field, the challenge is often different. Remembering your own observations.
The WildlifePhotographer app allows you to:
• record your personal observations
• note locations, dates, and behaviors
• revisit your field references over time
• build a private and long-term field logbook
The app does not provide observation locations.
It helps you organize what you actually observe, with respect for wildlife.