Raffles's Malkoha

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Raffles's Malkoha is a strikingly beautiful bird from Southeast Asia, characterized by its bright red facial skin and glossy green plumage. It is a large, arboreal cuckoo that feeds primarily on insects and small vertebrates.

Where to spot

Native to the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo, typically found in evergreen and deciduous forests, from the understory to the canopy.

How to spot

Look for it moving deliberately through the mid to upper canopy of forests. It can be quite shy, so a quiet approach is best. Listen for its distinctive series of short, repeated 'kow' calls.

When to spot

Most active during the day, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. It can be found year-round in its resident range.

Where to spot

Native to the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo, typically found in evergreen and deciduous forests, from the understory to the canopy.

How to spot

Look for it moving deliberately through the mid to upper canopy of forests. It can be quite shy, so a quiet approach is best. Listen for its distinctive series of short, repeated 'kow' calls.