Barred Long-tailed Cuckoo
Cercococcyx montanus
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Barred Long-tailed Cuckoo (Cercococcyx montanus) — 26–30 cm. Brown above; whitish below with bold dark barring throughout; long tail. Inhabits montane forest undergrowth in East and Central Africa. Brood parasite. Insectivore. Skulking; identified by its high-pitched whistled song.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 29,3 cm | 11.5 in |
| Poids | 58,0 g | 2.05 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Barred Long-tailed Cuckoo: brown above; pale below with dark barring; very long graduated dark barred tail; red eye; barred pattern
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO.
Son
Chant
Loud, raucous call with harsh quality; penetrating rough notes carrying through dense humid forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Famille | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Cercococcyx |
| Espèces | Cercococcyx montanus |
Distribution
Barred Long-tailed Cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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