White-eared Bronze-cuckoo
Chalcites meyerii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="chalcites-meyerii"></birdfyi-bird>The White-eared Bronze-cuckoo (Chalcites meyerii) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18 cm and a weight of 20.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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White-eared Bronze-cuckoo (Chalcites meyerii) — 16–18 cm. Bronze-green above; bold white patch behind eye; white underparts with sparse green barring. Restricted to montane forest of New Guinea. Brood parasite. Insectivore. Poorly known due to its montane and forest-interior habits.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.0 cm | 7.1 in |
| Weight | 20.225 g | 0.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO.
Sound
Song
Loud, resonant nasal call with carrying quality; distinctive notes audible through dense forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Chalcites |
| Species | Chalcites meyerii |
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Other species in the Cuculidae family