Pavonine Cuckoo
Pavonine Cuckoo
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The Pavonine Cuckoo is a medium-sized cuckoo native to the forests of South America. It is renowned for its iridescent plumage and its tendency to remain hidden in dense understory, making it more frequently heard than seen.
Where to spot
Found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, moist montane forests, and heavily degraded forest remnants across South America, particularly within the Amazon basin and the Atlantic Forest region.
How to spot
To observe the Pavonine Cuckoo, listen carefully for its distinctive series of hoots or whistles, often described as a 'coo-coo-coo-COOO' call, which helps pinpoint its general location. Look very carefully within dense foliage near the forest floor, as it moves stealthily through the undergrowth.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most vocal at dawn and dusk, especially during periods of breeding activity when its unique calls are most prominent.
Where to spot
Found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, moist montane forests, and heavily degraded forest remnants across South America, particularly within the Amazon basin and the Atlantic Forest region.
How to spot
To observe the Pavonine Cuckoo, listen carefully for its distinctive series of hoots or whistles, often described as a 'coo-coo-coo-COOO' call, which helps pinpoint its general location. Look very carefully within dense foliage near the forest floor, as it moves stealthily through the undergrowth.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most vocal at dawn and dusk, especially during periods of breeding activity when its unique calls are most prominent.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its name, 'Pavonine,' refers to its often iridescent, peacock-like green and bronze plumage, which can be strikingly beautiful when caught in the right light, despite the bird's generally secretive nature.
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