Square-tailed Drongo-cuckoo
Surniculus lugubris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="surniculus-lugubris"></birdfyi-bird>The Square-tailed Drongo-cuckoo (Surniculus lugubris) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.8 cm and a weight of 31.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Square-tailed Drongo-cuckoo (Surniculus lugubris) — 24–27 cm. Glossy blue-black overall; white vent barring; square-cut tail. Inhabits forest from the Himalayas through the Malay Peninsula to Borneo and the Philippines. Brood parasite mimicking drongos to penetrate nesting territories. Insectivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.8 cm | 9.4 in |
| Weight | 31.65 g | 1.12 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Square-tailed Drongo-cuckoo: glossy black; square-cut tail; drongo mimic; pale tail tips; red eye; southeast Asian drongo mimic
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO.
Sound
Song
Loud, raucous call with harsh penetrating quality; rough notes given from tall forest tree. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Surniculus |
| Species | Surniculus lugubris |
Distribution
Square-tailed Drongo-cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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