Square-tailed Drongo-cuckoo
Surniculus lugubris
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Square-tailed Drongo-cuckoo (Surniculus lugubris) — 24–27 cm. Glossy blue-black overall; white vent barring; square-cut tail. Inhabits forest from the Himalayas through the Malay Peninsula to Borneo and the Philippines. Brood parasite mimicking drongos to penetrate nesting territories. Insectivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 23,8 cm | 9.4 in |
| Poids | 31,65 g | 1.12 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Square-tailed Drongo-cuckoo: glossy black; square-cut tail; drongo mimic; pale tail tips; red eye; southeast Asian drongo mimic
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO.
Son
Chant
Loud, raucous call with harsh penetrating quality; rough notes given from tall forest tree. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Famille | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Surniculus |
| Espèces | Surniculus lugubris |
Distribution
Square-tailed Drongo-cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family