Andaman Coucal
Centropus andamanensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="centropus-andamanensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Andaman Coucal (Centropus andamanensis) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 34.5 cm and a weight of 199 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 34,5 cm | 13.6 in |
| Poids | 199,0 g | 7.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: DM.
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Son
Chant
Melodic, whistled phrase with clear quality; pure resonant notes carrying across African woodland habitat.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Famille | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Centropus |
| Espèces | Centropus andamanensis |
Distribution
Andaman Coucal has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Foire aux questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family