Mackinlay's Cuckoo-Dove
Mackinlay's Cuckoo-Dove
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A medium-sized cuckoo-dove found across various islands of Melanesia. Known for its brownish plumage and long tail, it often perches conspicuously in forest clearings.
Where to spot
Found in the Solomon Islands, Bismarck Archipelago, and parts of New Guinea. Inhabits lowland and montane forests, forest edges, and disturbed areas.
How to spot
Look for it perching on exposed branches or flying across clearings. Listen for its distinctive, low-pitched cooing call, often repeated.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often seen during the cooler parts of the morning and late afternoon. Can be found year-round within its range.
Where to spot
Found in the Solomon Islands, Bismarck Archipelago, and parts of New Guinea. Inhabits lowland and montane forests, forest edges, and disturbed areas.
How to spot
Look for it perching on exposed branches or flying across clearings. Listen for its distinctive, low-pitched cooing call, often repeated.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often seen during the cooler parts of the morning and late afternoon. Can be found year-round within its range.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Despite its common name, it is not a cuckoo but a true pigeon, named for its slender build and relatively long tail which can resemble some cuckoos.
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