Saint Helena Cuckoo
Nannococcyx psix
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<birdfyi-bird slug="nannococcyx-psix"></birdfyi-bird>The Saint Helena Cuckoo (Nannococcyx psix) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a weight of 171 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Extinct.
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Saint Helena Cuckoo (Nannococcyx psix) — ~25 cm. Extinct. Known only from subfossil remains from Saint Helena, South Atlantic. A small cuckoo inferred from bone morphology; likely became extinct following human colonisation of the island in the 16th century and the introduction of predators.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 171.0 g | 6.03 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Saint Helena Cuckoo: extinct; brown above; pale below; long graduated tail; island cuckoo; known only from subfossil remains
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Loud, far-carrying raucous call; harsh penetrating notes given from dense island 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 | Nannococcyx |
| Species | Nannococcyx psix |
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