Yellow-throated Cuckoo
Chrysococcyx flavigularis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="chrysococcyx-flavigularis"></birdfyi-bird>The Yellow-throated Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx flavigularis) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cucos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuclillos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.3 cm and a weight of 29.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Yellow-throated Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx flavigularis) — 17–18 cm. Bronze-green above; yellow throat; white underparts with bold green barring. Found in rainforest interior of West and Central Africa. Brood parasite. Insectivore. A forest specialist; less commonly encountered than related African Emerald Cuckoo.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 18,3 cm | 7.2 in |
| Peso | 29,25 g | 1.03 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: NO.
Sonido
Canto
Deep, hollow resonant call; powerful low-frequency notes carrying through dense tropical forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Cuculiformes (Cuclillos) |
| Familia | Cuculidae (Cucos) |
| Genus | Chrysococcyx |
| Especies | Chrysococcyx flavigularis |
Distribution
Yellow-throated Cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Preguntas frecuentes
Is the Yellow-throated Cuckoo endangered?
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family