African Emerald Cuckoo
Chrysococcyx cupreus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="chrysococcyx-cupreus"></birdfyi-bird>The African Emerald Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx cupreus) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.1 cm and a weight of 38 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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African Emerald Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx cupreus) — 20–22 cm. Male: dazzling emerald green above and on breast; yellow belly; red bill. Female: bronze-green above; rufous-barred below. Inhabits primary forest and dense secondary growth across West and Central Africa. Brood parasite targeting sunbirds and other small passerines. Insectivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| पंखों का फैलाव | 21.1 cm | 8.3 in |
| वजन | 38.0 g | 1.34 oz |
संरक्षण स्थिति
व्यवहार और प्रजनन
घोंसला बनाना
Nest type: NO. Fledging: 18-20 days.
ध्वनि
गीत
Deep, hollow resonant booming call; powerful low notes carrying far through dense tropical forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
वर्गिकी
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| गण | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| कुल | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Chrysococcyx |
| प्रजातियां | Chrysococcyx cupreus |
Distribution
African Emerald Cuckoo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family