Moluccan Drongo-cuckoo
Surniculus musschenbroeki
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About
Moluccan Drongo-cuckoo (Surniculus musschenbroeki) — 24–27 cm. Glossy black; deeply forked tail; white vent barring. Endemic to the Moluccas and Sulawesi, Indonesia. Inhabits forest and forest edge. Brood parasite. Insectivore. Poorly studied.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.6 cm | 10.1 in |
| Weight | 29.7 g | 1.05 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Moluccan Drongo-cuckoo: glossy black overall; drongo-like forked tail; pale tail tips; red eye; Moluccas island endemic drongo-cuckoo
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO.
Sound
Song
Loud, far-carrying resonant call; deep hollow notes carrying through dense humid forest in Southeast Asia.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Surniculus |
| Species | Surniculus musschenbroeki |
Distribution
Moluccan Drongo-cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family