Red-breasted Coua
NameRed-breasted Coua
Common NameRed-breasted Coua
Scientific NameCoua serriana
FamilyCuculidae
Wingspan (cm)40
Length (cm)44.5
Weight (g)275
Plumage DetailsFeatures a dark brown crown and nape, a black face and throat, and a vivid red-chestnut breast and belly. The back and wings are olive-brown, contrasting with a long, dark tail. A prominent patch of bare, bright blue skin surrounds the eye.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of deep, resonant 'coua-coua-coua' notes that often accelerate, sometimes described as a 'coo-coo-coo' or 'kwa-kwa-kwa'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the humid evergreen forests of eastern Madagascar.
Identifying Featuresbright red-chestnut breast, black face and throat, prominent bare blue skin around the eye, dark brown crown, long dark tail
Description
The Red-breasted Coua is a striking, ground-dwelling bird endemic to Madagascar. It is known for its vibrant plumage, including a distinctive red breast and bright blue bare skin around the eye. This species typically forages in the undergrowth of humid evergreen forests.
