Goliath Coucal
Centropus goliath
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<birdfyi-bird slug="centropus-goliath"></birdfyi-bird>The Goliath Coucal (Centropus goliath) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 53.8 cm and a weight of 509 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Goliath Coucal (Centropus goliath) — 65–75 cm. The largest coucal; all-dark with a massive decurved bill; faint bronze-green gloss; very long tail. Endemic to the Moluccas, Indonesia, in primary lowland forest. Non-parasitic. Omnivore; hunts large lizards, birds, frogs, and invertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 53.8 cm | 21.2 in |
| Weight | 509.0 g | 17.95 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Loud, far-carrying coo with resonant quality; deep notes building in dramatic sequence from forest perch.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Centropus |
| Species | Centropus goliath |
Distribution
Goliath Coucal has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family