Black-billed Cuckoo
Black-billed Cuckoo
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The Black-billed Cuckoo is a slender, medium-sized cuckoo of the Americas, known for its cryptic plumage and elusive nature. It is most easily identified by its entirely black bill, unlike its yellow-billed relative. This species is often more heard than seen.
Where to spot
Primarily found across North America, breeding in deciduous and mixed forests, orchards, and dense shrubbery. Migrates to northern South America (e.g., Bolivia, Argentina) for the non-breeding season.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, rapid and rhythmic "cu-cu-cu-cu" call, which can sometimes slow down at the end. Look for them moving stealthily through dense foliage, often high in trees, foraging for large insects. Patience is key due to their secretive nature.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (late spring to summer) when males are more vocal. Also during spring and fall migration periods as they move between continents.
Where to spot
Primarily found across North America, breeding in deciduous and mixed forests, orchards, and dense shrubbery. Migrates to northern South America (e.g., Bolivia, Argentina) for the non-breeding season.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, rapid and rhythmic "cu-cu-cu-cu" call, which can sometimes slow down at the end. Look for them moving stealthily through dense foliage, often high in trees, foraging for large insects. Patience is key due to their secretive nature.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (late spring to summer) when males are more vocal. Also during spring and fall migration periods as they move between continents.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Unlike many Old World cuckoos, the Black-billed Cuckoo is a conscientious parent, building its own nest and raising its young. They are also voracious eaters of caterpillars, including the hairy ones often avoided by other birds.
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- 10 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 5 days ago
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