Raffles's Malkoha
Rhinortha chlorophaea
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Raffles's Malkoha (Rhinortha chlorophaea) — 30–35 cm. Slender; rufous above with green gloss; pale grey below; long white-tipped tail; red bill and orbital skin. Inhabits primary and tall secondary forest of the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo. Non-parasitic; forages in the mid-storey. Insectivore; eats caterpillars and large insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.6 cm | 9.3 in |
| Weight | 52.5 g | 1.85 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Crested Coua: blue-gray body; white below; brilliant blue and red bare facial skin; long tail white-tipped; Madagascar forest species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SA.
Clutch Size
2-3
Sound
Song
Loud, far-carrying resonant call; deep powerful notes audible through dense forest in Southeast Asia.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Rhinortha |
| Species | Rhinortha chlorophaea |
Distribution
Raffles's Malkoha has been recorded in 1 countries.
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