Andaman Coucal vs Crested Coua
Centropus andamanensis compared with Coua cristata
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Andaman Coucal | Crested Coua |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Centropus andamanensis | Coua cristata |
| Order | Cuculiformes | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuculidae | Cuculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 34.5 cm (13.6 in) | 27.2 cm (10.7 in) |
| Weight | 199.0 g (7.02 oz) | 104.0 g (3.67 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Song & Call Comparison
Andaman Coucal
Melodic, whistled phrase with clear quality; pure resonant notes carrying across African woodland habitat.
Crested Coua
Loud, far-carrying melodic call with resonant quality; clear rich notes audible through dense humid forest.
Conservation Status
Andaman Coucal
Crested Coua
About These Birds
Andaman Coucal
Andaman Coucal (Centropus andamanensis) — 42–47 cm. Chestnut back and wings; black head and underparts; long graduated tail. Endemic to the Andaman Islands, India, in forest and scrub. Non-parasitic. Omnivore. Previously treated as a subspecies of Greater Coucal.
Crested Coua
Crested Coua (Coua cristata) — 42–44 cm. Grey-brown above; whitish below with vinous breast; prominent erect crest; vivid bare blue orbital patch. Common in western and southern Madagascar in dry deciduous forest, scrub, and spiny thickets. Non-parasitic; builds a small open nest. Omnivore; eats insects, chameleons, fruits, and seeds.