Dusky Long-tailed Cuckoo
Cercococcyx mechowi
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<birdfyi-bird slug="cercococcyx-mechowi"></birdfyi-bird>The Dusky Long-tailed Cuckoo (Cercococcyx mechowi) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26.1 cm and a weight of 57 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
Dusky Long-tailed Cuckoo (Cercococcyx mechowi) — 28–32 cm. Dark brown above; pale buff below with fine dark barring; very long graduated tail. Inhabits dense forest understorey across Central Africa. Brood parasite targeting ant-thrushes and other forest passerines. Insectivore. Secretive; more often heard than seen.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 26,1 cm | 10.3 in |
| Poids | 57,0 g | 2.01 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Dusky Long-tailed Cuckoo: dark dusky brown above; pale buff below; very long graduated dark tail; red eye; forest canopy specialist
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO.
Son
Chant
Loud, raucous call with hollow resonant quality; distinctive far-carrying notes through dense forest.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Famille | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Cercococcyx |
| Espèces | Cercococcyx mechowi |
Distribution
Dusky Long-tailed Cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family