Violaceous Coucal
Centropus violaceus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="centropus-violaceus"></birdfyi-bird>The Violaceous Coucal (Centropus violaceus) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 49.6 cm and a weight of 500 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Violaceous Coucal (Centropus violaceus) — 45–50 cm. Entirely deep blue-violet with a glossy sheen; long graduated tail; heavy black bill. Endemic to Manus Island and Admiralty Islands, Papua New Guinea. Inhabits forest and secondary growth. Non-parasitic. Omnivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 49.6 cm | 19.5 in |
| Weight | 500.0 g | 17.64 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
3
Sound
Song
Loud, resonant call with melodic quality; rich carrying notes audible through dense Madagascar lowland forest.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Centropus |
| Species | Centropus violaceus |
Distribution
Violaceous Coucal has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family