Giant Coua
Coua gigas
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Giant Coua (Coua gigas) — 58–62 cm. Largest coua; grey-brown above; vinous-buff below; bare blue orbital skin; massive heavy bill; long tail. Found in western dry deciduous forests of Madagascar. Non-parasitic; feeds on the ground and in trees. Omnivore; takes large invertebrates, lizards, and fruits. Declining due to forest loss.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.5 cm | 16.7 in |
| Weight | 430.0 g | 15.17 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Coral-billed Ground-cuckoo: dark green above; bright coral-red bill; rufous below; blue orbital skin; long tail; vivid bill diagnostic
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3
Sound
Song
Loud, raucous call with harsh quality; piercing rough notes carrying far through dense forest habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Coua |
| Species | Coua gigas |
Distribution
Giant Coua has been recorded in 1 countries.
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