Black-throated Coucal
Black-throated Coucal
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The Gabon Coucal is a striking, secretive bird found in the dense forests of West and Central Africa. It is characterized by its glossy black body and contrasting chestnut wings.
Where to spot
Dense undergrowth, forest edges, and secondary growth within the rainforests of West and Central Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola.
How to spot
Listen for its deep, bubbling calls that resonate from hidden positions. Look for its large, dark shape moving stealthily through thick vegetation, often near water sources.
When to spot
Most active during the day, particularly in the early morning and late afternoon. Its calls are more frequently heard during the breeding season.
Where to spot
Dense undergrowth, forest edges, and secondary growth within the rainforests of West and Central Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola.
How to spot
Listen for its deep, bubbling calls that resonate from hidden positions. Look for its large, dark shape moving stealthily through thick vegetation, often near water sources.
When to spot
Most active during the day, particularly in the early morning and late afternoon. Its calls are more frequently heard during the breeding season.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Unlike many cuckoo species, the Gabon Coucal is not a brood parasite; it builds its own nest and provides parental care for its young.
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