Rufous-throated Bronze-cuckoo
Chalcites ruficollis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="chalcites-ruficollis"></birdfyi-bird>The Rufous-throated Bronze-cuckoo (Chalcites ruficollis) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19 cm and a weight of 22.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Rufous-throated Bronze-cuckoo (Chalcites ruficollis) — 15–17 cm. Bronze-green above; rufous throat and breast; barred flanks; pale undertail. Inhabits forest and dense scrub of New Guinea and nearby Melanesian islands. Brood parasite targeting gerygones. Insectivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.0 cm | 7.5 in |
| Weight | 22.25 g | 0.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO.
Sound
Song
Loud, far-carrying resonant call with musical quality; rich notes given from dense forest canopy. 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 ruficollis |
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