Indian Cuckoo
Cuculus micropterus
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Indian Cuckoo (Cuculus micropterus) — 32–34 cm. Grey above; barred underparts; yellow orbital ring; broad dark subterminal tail band. Migratory; widespread from India through Southeast Asia and China to Korea and Japan. Brood parasite targeting drongos and other medium passerines. Insectivore. Famous four-note 'one more bottle' call.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.3 cm | 15.5 in |
| Weight | 120.5 g | 4.25 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Indian Cuckoo: gray above; white below with bold dark barring; four-note call; long dark tail; yellow eye-ring; common Asian species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 12-14 days.
Sound
Song
Loud, far-carrying raucous call; harsh penetrating notes given from tall dense forest canopy. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Cuculus |
| Species | Cuculus micropterus |
Distribution
Indian Cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family