Senegal coucal

Centropus senegalensis

The Senegal coucal is a member of the cuckoo order of birds, the Cuculiformes, which also includes the roadrunners, the anis, and the Hoatzin. This is an abundant species, which advertises its presence with a loud ''ook-ook-ook'' call.
Senegal Coucal Common but bold and inquisitive bird that livens up any garden or outside restaurant. Centropus senegalensis,Fall,Geotagged,Senegal coucal,The Gambia

Appearance

This is a medium-sized species at 39 cm. Its upperparts, bill, legs and long tail are black, the wings are chestnut, and the underparts are white. Sexes are similar, but juveniles are duller and barred above.
Senegal Coucal Usually a shy bird, but this one liked of breakfast leftovers on the terrace. Centropus senegalensis,Geotagged,Senegal coucal,Spring,The Gambia

Distribution

It is a widespread species through Africa, except the northwest and into south Arabia. The Senegal coucal is a bird of grassy habitats with trees, such as bush and savannah. It nests off the ground in vegetation, and the typical clutch is 2–4 eggs laid in a large nest built from stalks and leaves.
Senegal Coucal flying off from intruding photographer Centropus senegalensis,Fall,Geotagged,Namibia,Senegal coucal

Food

The Senegal coucal takes a wide range of insects, caterpillars and small vertebrates. It occasionally eats other food items.

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Status: Least concern
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Taxonomy
KingdomAnimalia
DivisionChordata
ClassAves
OrderCuculiformes
FamilyCuculidae
GenusCentropus
SpeciesC. senegalensis
Photographed in
Gambia
Namibia