Malagasy Coucal
Centropus toulou
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Malagasy Coucal (Centropus toulou) — 38–44 cm. Rufous-chestnut above; black head and underparts; long tail. Endemic to Madagascar in forest edge, secondary vegetation, and wetland margins. Non-parasitic. Omnivore. Two subspecies; common throughout the island.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 31.1 cm | 12.2 in |
| Weight | 154.5 g | 5.45 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Sulawesi Coucal: dark glossy brown above; rufous wings; pale buff below; long dark tail; red eye; Sulawesi island endemic coucal
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
2-3
Sound
Song
Melodic, beautiful descending phrase; clear flute-like notes with cascading richness, characteristic of Malagasy coua.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Centropus |
| Species | Centropus toulou |
Distribution
Malagasy Coucal has been recorded in 1 countries.
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