Madagascar Cuckooshrike
NameMadagascar Cuckooshrike
Common NameMadagascar Cuckooshrike
Scientific NameCoracina cinerea
FamilyCampephagidae
Wingspan (cm)34
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsMales have a dark grey head, back, and wings, with a paler grey throat and underparts. The tail is dark grey with paler outer tail feathers. Females are similar but often slightly duller, and juveniles have barred plumage.
Vocalization / CallTypically described as a series of clear, whistling notes, often ascending or descending in pitch. It can also produce harsh churring or trilling sounds.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Madagascar, found throughout the island in suitable forest habitats, including humid evergreen, dry deciduous, and gallery forests.
Identifying Featuresmedium-sized grey bird, darker grey head and back, paler grey underparts, arboreal behavior, distinctive cuckooshrike shape
Description
This medium-sized, arboreal bird is characterized by its predominantly grey plumage. It forages actively in the canopy and sub-canopy of forests, often moving deliberately through the branches in search of insects.
