Greater Coucal
Centropus sinensis
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Greater Coucal (Centropus sinensis) — 47–52 cm. Large; chestnut wings; glossy black head, body, and long graduated tail; red eye. Widespread from Pakistan through South and Southeast Asia to China. Inhabits scrub, forest edge, gardens. Non-parasitic; builds a large domed nest. Omnivore; known as 'crow-pheasant' in South Asia.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.5 cm | 16.7 in |
| Weight | 281.5 g | 9.93 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Short-toed Coucal (Philippine): shorter tail; dark brown above; rufous wings; buff below; dark streaks; red eye; Philippine species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
2-4
Sound
Song
Loud, nasal call with carrying quality; distinctive resonant notes audible through dense Southeast Asian forest.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Centropus |
| Species | Centropus sinensis |
Distribution
Greater Coucal has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family