Northern Hawk-Cuckoo
Hierococcyx hyperythrus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="hierococcyx-hyperythrus"></birdfyi-bird>The Northern Hawk-Cuckoo (Hierococcyx hyperythrus) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 39.7 cm and a weight of 120.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Northern Hawk-Cuckoo (Hierococcyx hyperythrus) — 29–32 cm. Grey above; rufous-orange breast graduating to barred belly; barred tail. Breeds in Russia and Korea; winters to Southeast Asia. Brood parasite targeting bush-warblers and flycatchers. Insectivore. Long-distance migrant.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.7 cm | 15.6 in |
| Weight | 120.15 g | 4.24 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Northern Hawk-Cuckoo: gray-brown above; white below with rufous streaking; hawk-like; long tail; yellow eye-ring; northern Asia
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO. Fledging: 19-20 days.
Sound
Song
Loud, raucous call with harsh quality; penetrating notes carrying through dense forest in Philippines.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Hierococcyx |
| Species | Hierococcyx hyperythrus |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family