Green-billed Coucal
NameGreen-billed Coucal
Common NameGreen-billed Coucal
Scientific NameCentropus chlororhynchos
FamilyCuculidae
Wingspan (cm)47.5
Length (cm)44
Weight (g)250
Plumage DetailsThe head, neck, breast, belly, and long tail are glossy black. The wings are a contrasting chestnut or rufous-brown. It has striking deep red eyes and a prominent pale greenish-yellow bill. Legs and feet are dark grey.
Vocalization / CallA series of deep, resonant 'hoop-hoop-hoop' calls, often accelerating and descending in pitch. Also produces various guttural croaks and chattering sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Sri Lanka, primarily found in the wet zone and hill country.
Identifying FeaturesPale greenish-yellow bill, Glossy black body, Chestnut-brown wings, Deep red eyes, Large, terrestrial cuckoo
Description
The Green-billed Coucal is a shy, medium-sized cuckoo endemic to Sri Lanka. It is characterized by its glossy black body, chestnut wings, and distinctive pale green bill, often found foraging in dense undergrowth. This terrestrial bird prefers dense vegetation and is known for its deep, resonant calls.
