Cocos Cuckoo
Coccyzus ferrugineus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="coccyzus-ferrugineus"></birdfyi-bird>The Cocos Cuckoo (Coccyzus ferrugineus) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 25.9 cm and a weight of 70 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Cocos Cuckoo (Coccyzus ferrugineus) — 31–35 cm. Richly rufous-brown above; cinnamon-buff below; graduated tail; yellow lower mandible. Endemic to Cocos Island, Costa Rica (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Non-parasitic. Insectivore. Vulnerable due to its extremely restricted range and introduced predators.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.9 cm | 10.2 in |
| Weight | 70.0 g | 2.47 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC.
Clutch Size
1-2
Sound
Song
Loud, resonant melodic call; rich notes building in musical sequence 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 | Coccyzus |
| Species | Coccyzus ferrugineus |
Distribution
Cocos Cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family