Blue-faced Malkoha
Phaenicophaeus viridirostris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="phaenicophaeus-viridirostris"></birdfyi-bird>The Blue-faced Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus viridirostris) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.2 cm and a weight of 67 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Blue-faced Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus viridirostris) — 38–42 cm. Green and chestnut; vivid bare blue orbital skin; green bill. Inhabits dry scrub and forest edge across peninsular India and Sri Lanka. Non-parasitic; builds a small cup nest in dense scrub. Insectivore and frugivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.2 cm | 10.7 in |
| Weight | 67.0 g | 2.36 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SA.
Clutch Size
2-3
Sound
Song
Loud, raucous far-carrying call; harsh penetrating notes carrying well through dense forest habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Phaenicophaeus |
| Species | Phaenicophaeus viridirostris |
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