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Javan Coucal

Centropus nigrorufus

Vulnerable
Wingspan
41.3 cm
Weight
244.4 g
Family
Cuculidae
Order
Cuculiformes

The Javan Coucal (Centropus nigrorufus) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 41.3 cm and a weight of 244.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.

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Javan Coucal (Centropus nigrorufus) — 40–44 cm. Rufous-chestnut wings; black head and underparts; long tail. Endemic to Java, Indonesia, in lowland forest, dense scrub, and wetland edges. Non-parasitic. Omnivore. Vulnerable; severely threatened by Java's extreme habitat loss.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 41.3 cm 16.3 in
Weight 244.4 g 8.62 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Clutch Size

1-3

Sound

Song

Loud, far-carrying melodic call; clear resonant notes given repeatedly from dense forest in Southeast Asia.

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Cuculiformes (Cuckoos)
Family Cuculidae (Cuckoos)
Genus Centropus
Species Centropus nigrorufus

Distribution

Javan Coucal has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Javan Coucal endangered?
The Javan Coucal has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What does the Javan Coucal sound like?
Loud, far-carrying melodic call; clear resonant notes given repeatedly from dense forest in Southeast Asia.
How big is the Javan Coucal?
The Javan Coucal has a wingspan of 41.3 cm, weight of 244.4 g.
What order and family does the Javan Coucal belong to?
The Javan Coucal (Centropus nigrorufus) belongs to the order Cuculiformes and the family Cuculidae.

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