Red-billed Malkoha
Red-billed Malkoha
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The Red-billed Malkoha is a large, distinctive cuckoo native to Southeast Asia, characterized by its remarkably large, bright red bill. Its plumage is mostly grey with a long, graduated tail tipped with white.
Where to spot
Inhabits evergreen and secondary forests across the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and Java, typically found in the middle and upper canopy.
How to spot
Look for its slow, deliberate movements through the forest canopy. It can be quite shy, so a quiet approach is beneficial. Listen for its series of sharp, repeated 'chuk' notes or a harsh 'karr'.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, though often more vocal and visible during the cooler parts of the morning and late afternoon. It is a resident species.
Where to spot
Inhabits evergreen and secondary forests across the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and Java, typically found in the middle and upper canopy.
How to spot
Look for its slow, deliberate movements through the forest canopy. It can be quite shy, so a quiet approach is beneficial. Listen for its series of sharp, repeated 'chuk' notes or a harsh 'karr'.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, though often more vocal and visible during the cooler parts of the morning and late afternoon. It is a resident species.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its oversized, vibrant red bill is its most striking feature and is believed to play a role in its diet, which includes large insects and even small lizards.
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