Levaillant's Cuckoo
Clamator levaillantii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="clamator-levaillantii"></birdfyi-bird>The Levaillant's Cuckoo (Clamator levaillantii) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 34.9 cm and a weight of 121.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
Levaillant's Cuckoo (Clamator levaillantii) — 38–42 cm. Prominent black crest; dark above; white below with heavy black streaking on throat and breast; long tail. Found in woodland, savanna, and scrub across sub-Saharan Africa. Brood parasite targeting babblers (Turdoides). Insectivore. Nomadic, following rains.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 34,9 cm | 13.7 in |
| Poids | 121,8 g | 4.30 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 11-12 days. Fledging: 9-10 days.
Son
Chant
Loud, far-carrying resonant call with musical quality; clear notes carrying through tropical forest.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Famille | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Clamator |
| Espèces | Clamator levaillantii |
Distribution
Levaillant's Cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family