Black-faced Coucal
Centropus melanops
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<birdfyi-bird slug="centropus-melanops"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-faced Coucal (Centropus melanops) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 31.8 cm and a weight of 219.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Hakkında
Black-faced Coucal (Centropus melanops) — 38–44 cm. Chestnut-rufous wings and back; black head, face, and underparts; long tail. Endemic to the Philippines (Mindanao and satellite islands) in grassland, scrub, and forest edge. Non-parasitic. Omnivore. Status considered Vulnerable due to rapid habitat conversion.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Kanat Açıklığı | 31,8 cm | 12.5 in |
| Ağırlık | 219,75 g | 7.75 oz |
Habitat & Range
Koruma Durumu
Ses
Şarkı
Loud, raucous call with harsh quality; piercing notes carrying far across tall African forest habitat.
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Takım | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Familya | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Centropus |
| Türler | Centropus melanops |
Distribution
Black-faced Coucal has been recorded in 1 countries.
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