Blue Coua
Coua caerulea
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<birdfyi-bird slug="coua-caerulea"></birdfyi-bird>The Blue Coua (Coua caerulea) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 39.2 cm and a weight of 247.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Blue Coua (Coua caerulea) — 48–50 cm. Almost entirely brilliant ultramarine blue with a bare blue facial patch; long tail. Inhabits humid eastern rainforest of Madagascar. Non-parasitic; builds its own nest. Omnivore; eats insects, chameleons, fruits, and seeds. One of Madagascar's most strikingly coloured birds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.2 cm | 15.4 in |
| Weight | 247.5 g | 8.73 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM,CP.
Clutch Size
1
Sound
Song
Deep, resonant call with hollow quality; powerful notes carrying across broad dense tropical forest.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Coua |
| Species | Coua caerulea |
Distribution
Blue Coua has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family