Pearly-breasted Cuckoo
Coccyzus euleri
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Pearly-breasted Cuckoo (Coccyzus euleri) — 26–30 cm. Brown above; white below with a faint pearly sheen; yellow lower mandible; tail with white spots. Inhabits forest and forest edge in northern and central South America. Non-parasitic. Insectivore. Partially migratory; less studied than its North American relatives.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.3 cm | 10.4 in |
| Weight | 52.46666666666667 g | 1.85 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Dwarf Cuckoo: smallest; rufous-brown above; pale buff below; rufous tail; yellow bill; smallest neotropical cuckoo species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 9-12 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Sound
Song
Loud, melodic call with clear quality; rich resonant notes carrying far through 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 | Coccyzus |
| Species | Coccyzus euleri |
Distribution
Pearly-breasted Cuckoo has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family