King crow Meaning, Definition & Usage

Definitions

1. . (Zoöl.) (a) A black drongo shrike (Buchanga atra) of India; so called because, while breeding, they attack and drive away hawks, crows, and other large birds . (b) The Dicrurus macrocercus of India, a crested bird with a long, forked tail. Its color is black, with green and blue reflections. Called also devil bird.