Coppery-tailed Coucal
Centropus cupreicaudus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="centropus-cupreicaudus"></birdfyi-bird>The Coppery-tailed Coucal (Centropus cupreicaudus) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 42.2 cm and a weight of 264 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Coppery-tailed Coucal (Centropus cupreicaudus) — 45–50 cm. Large; chestnut back; black head; tail with coppery-bronze gloss; stout bill. Found in rank grass, papyrus, and dense scrub of Central to southern Africa. Non-parasitic. Omnivore; associated with floodplain habitats. Near Threatened due to wetland drainage.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.2 cm | 16.6 in |
| Weight | 264.0 g | 9.31 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Clutch Size
2-4
Sound
Song
Deep, hollow resonant booming call; powerful low-frequency notes carrying across dense tropical forest habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Centropus |
| Species | Centropus cupreicaudus |
Distribution
Coppery-tailed Coucal has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family