Brush Cuckoo

Cacomantis virescens

The Brush Cuckoo (Cacomantis virescens) is a medium-sized cuckoo found in Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. This bird has a slender body, long tail, and a distinctive call resembling the sound 'cook-cook-cook'. It is often found in dense forests, woodland, and mangroves, where it feeds on insects and caterpillars. The Brush Cuckoo is known for its secretive behavior, making it challenging to spot in the wild. Its plumage is predominantly olive-green with a white belly and a barred tail. This species is not considered globally threatened, but its population may be declining in some regions.

Habitat: Dense forests, woodland, mangroves