Andaman Cuckooshrike
NameAndaman Cuckooshrike
Common NameAndaman Cuckooshrike
Scientific NameCoracina dobsoni
FamilyCampephagidae
Wingspan (cm)35
Length (cm)24
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a black head and upperparts, with finely barred grey and white underparts extending from the throat to the belly. Females are similar but generally duller, with a dark grey head. Both sexes have dark eyes, often with a subtle reddish orbital ring, and a stout, dark bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a whistled 'whee-whee-whee' or 'twee-twee-twee' call, often repeated.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the Andaman Islands, an archipelago in the Bay of Bengal, India.
Identifying FeaturesDark head and upperparts, Finely barred grey and white underparts, Stout, dark bill, Dark eyes with reddish orbital ring, Arboreal behavior in forest canopy
Description
The Andaman Cuckooshrike is a medium-sized passerine bird endemic to the Andaman Islands. It is typically found foraging in the canopy and subcanopy of moist lowland forests, often moving deliberately through the foliage.
