Fan-tailed Cuckoo

Cacomantis flabelliformis

The Fan-tailed Cuckoo (Cacomantis flabelliformis) is a medium-sized cuckoo found in Australia, New Guinea, and nearby islands. This species is known for its distinctive fan-shaped tail and sleek grey plumage. It is a brood parasite, laying its eggs in the nests of other bird species. The Fan-tailed Cuckoo feeds on insects and caterpillars, often catching them in flight. It is a migratory species, spending the non-breeding season in New Guinea and northern Australia. The call of the male is a repetitive, descending whistle. This species is often found in open woodlands, forests, and scrublands.

Habitat: Woodlands, forests, scrublands