African Emerald Cuckoo
Chrysococcyx cupreus
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African Emerald Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx cupreus) — 20–22 cm. Male: dazzling emerald green above and on breast; yellow belly; red bill. Female: bronze-green above; rufous-barred below. Inhabits primary forest and dense secondary growth across West and Central Africa. Brood parasite targeting sunbirds and other small passerines. Insectivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.1 cm | 8.3 in |
| Weight | 38.0 g | 1.34 oz |
Identification
Plumage
New Caledonian Bronze-cuckoo: bronze-green above; barred white below; island endemic; red eye; iridescent bronze-green; small size
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO. Fledging: 18-20 days.
Sound
Song
Deep, hollow resonant booming call; powerful low notes carrying far through dense tropical 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 | Chrysococcyx |
| Species | Chrysococcyx cupreus |
Distribution
African Emerald Cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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