Bornean Ground-Cuckoo
NameBornean Ground-Cuckoo
Common NameBornean Ground-Cuckoo
Scientific NameCarpococcyx radiceus
FamilyCuculidae
Wingspan (cm)35
Length (cm)60
Weight (g)350
Plumage DetailsThe head features a black cap and throat, contrasting with striking bare pale blue skin around the eye. The upperparts, wings, and long tail are iridescent blue-green, while the underparts are greyish with fine dark barring on the flanks and belly. The bill is pale blue-green, and the legs are pale grey.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a deep, booming "hoo-hoo-hoo" or "coo-coo-coo" call, often given from the ground or low perches. It can also produce a series of soft hoots.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Borneo, found in Brunei, Indonesia (Kalimantan), and Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak).
Identifying Featureslarge size, terrestrial habit, iridescent blue-green plumage, bare pale blue facial skin, pale blue-green bill, long tail
Description
This large, terrestrial cuckoo is characterized by its striking iridescent blue-green plumage and bare pale blue facial skin. It is a shy and elusive bird, typically found foraging on the forest floor in dense tropical rainforests.
