Great Lizard-cuckoo
Great Lizard-cuckoo
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The Great Lizard-cuckoo is a large, striking cuckoo endemic to Cuba and its surrounding islets. It is known for its impressive size, long tail, and somewhat terrestrial foraging habits within forested areas.
Where to spot
Endemic to Cuba and associated islands, found in various forested habitats from arid scrub to humid broadleaf forests across the main island and nearby keys.
How to spot
Look for its large size, very long graduated tail, and distinct facial pattern. Though often secretive, it can be spotted moving through undergrowth or perched on low branches. Listen for its diverse vocalizations, including series of "cuck-cuck" notes and guttural sounds.
When to spot
Observable year-round within its Cuban range. It is often more vocal and potentially easier to locate during the breeding season (typically spring-summer) when calls are more frequent.
Where to spot
Endemic to Cuba and associated islands, found in various forested habitats from arid scrub to humid broadleaf forests across the main island and nearby keys.
How to spot
Look for its large size, very long graduated tail, and distinct facial pattern. Though often secretive, it can be spotted moving through undergrowth or perched on low branches. Listen for its diverse vocalizations, including series of "cuck-cuck" notes and guttural sounds.
When to spot
Observable year-round within its Cuban range. It is often more vocal and potentially easier to locate during the breeding season (typically spring-summer) when calls are more frequent.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species often forages on the ground or in low vegetation, ambushing lizards, frogs, and large insects, a behavior less common among its more arboreal cuckoo relatives.
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