Channel-billed Cuckoo

Scythrops novaehollandiae

The Channel-billed Cuckoo is a large, migratory bird found in Australia and nearby islands. It is known for its distinctive call, which resembles a series of loud, guttural notes. This species is a brood parasite, laying its eggs in the nests of other bird species, particularly large honeyeaters and crows. The Channel-billed Cuckoo has a striking appearance, with a long, curved bill and a predominantly black and white plumage. It is often seen in open woodlands, rainforests, and urban areas, where it forages for insects, caterpillars, and fruit. Despite being a widespread species, its breeding biology and population trends are not well understood.

Habitat: Woodlands, rainforests, urban areas