Coquerel's Coua
Coua coquereli
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<birdfyi-bird slug="coua-coquereli"></birdfyi-bird>The Coquerel's Coua (Coua coquereli) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.1 cm and a weight of 147.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Coquerel's Coua (Coua coquereli) — 44–48 cm. Brownish-grey above; buff-white below with chestnut breast patch; bare bare blue-and-red orbital skin; long tail. Inhabits the dry and sub-humid western forests of Madagascar. Non-parasitic. Omnivore eating insects, geckos, and fruits.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.1 cm | 11.5 in |
| Weight | 147.5 g | 5.20 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Loud, far-carrying resonant call; deep powerful notes given repeatedly from dense humid 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 | Coua |
| Species | Coua coquereli |
Distribution
Coquerel's Coua has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family