Lesser Coucal
Centropus bengalensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="centropus-bengalensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Lesser Coucal (Centropus bengalensis) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 30.9 cm and a weight of 172.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Lesser Coucal (Centropus bengalensis) — 33–38 cm. Streaked brown above with a rufous wing panel; pale buff underparts; graduated tail. Widespread from India through Southeast Asia and China; inhabits grassland, scrub, and forest edges. Non-parasitic. Insectivore and small vertebrate predator. Smaller and more grass-dwelling than related species.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.9 cm | 12.2 in |
| Weight | 172.075 g | 6.07 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Clutch Size
2-4
Sound
Song
Loud, raucous call with harsh nasal quality; piercing notes carrying far through dense Madagascar forest.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Centropus |
| Species | Centropus bengalensis |
Distribution
Lesser Coucal has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family