Lanius Borealis is a species of bird that is commonly known as the Northern shrike. The bird belongs to the family of shrikes, which are predatory birds known for their habit of impaling their prey on thorns or spikes. The Northern shrike is found in the northern parts of Canada, Alaska, and northern Eurasia. The bird is also known as the Great grey shrike or the Butcherbird, due to its carnivorous diet and distinctive habit of storing food by impaling it on sharp objects. The Northern shrike is a magnificent bird, with an imposing presence and powerful hunting skills.