Sumatran Coucal

Phaenicophaeus sumatranus

The Sumatran Coucal, also known as the White-faced Coucal, is a medium-sized bird native to the islands of Sumatra and Borneo. It is characterized by its striking black plumage with white facial markings and a long, downward-curved bill. This species is typically found in dense lowland forests and wooded areas, where it forages for insects, small mammals, and reptiles. The Sumatran Coucal is known for its distinctive deep, resonant calls that echo through the forest. Despite its secretive nature, it is occasionally spotted sunning itself in open areas. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, the conservation status of the Sumatran Coucal is currently classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.

Habitat: Lowland forests and wooded areas

Sumatran Coucal
© Raffles, 1822 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

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