Daming Lake Welcomes the "Aerial Hunter," the Brown-backed Shrike Adds Vitality

Daming Lake in the Spring of the World Scenic Area has now become a winter home for many migratory birds. The brown-backed shrike, known as the "aerial hunter," has quietly appeared by the lakeside. Although small in size, the brown-backed shrike is fierce in nature, skilled at preying on insects, small vertebrates, and even other small birds. It has a gray-brown head, black eye stripes around its eyes, a brown back, a light gray or pale white belly, a sharply curved hooked beak, and strong claws, making it highly recognizable. This group of "aerial hunters" prefers to perch in the sparse forests, shrubs, and riparian woodlands around Daming Lake. They often stand on high branches, scanning the ground with sharp eyes, swiftly diving to catch prey once spotted, and even hang their prey on thorny branches for storage. Visitors here can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery of Daming Lake but also observe the hunting process of the brown-backed shrike up close, experiencing its fierceness and agility, and listen to its crisp and loud calls. Come to Daming Lake and encounter this group of "aerial hunters" to start a unique birdwatching journey!