Cerulean Cuckooshrike
NameCerulean Cuckooshrike
Common NameCerulean Cuckooshrike
Scientific NameCyanograucalus azureus
FamilyCampephagidae
Wingspan (cm)38
Length (cm)24
Weight (g)55
Plumage DetailsEntirely deep cerulean blue-grey plumage, appearing darker on the wings and tail. It has a small, dark bill and blackish lores, giving it a subtly masked appearance.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of clear, whistling notes, often described as 'twee-twee-twee', and a chattering 'churr' sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in West and Central Africa, ranging from Sierra Leone east to Uganda and south to Angola.
Identifying FeaturesUniform cerulean blue plumage, Blackish lores and bill, Forest canopy dwelling, Medium-sized cuckooshrike
Description
The Cerulean Cuckooshrike is a medium-sized passerine bird characterized by its striking uniform blue-grey plumage. It typically forages in the canopy and sub-canopy of tropical forests, often moving deliberately through the branches in search of insects.
