Red-billed Malkoha
Zanclostomus javanicus
The Red-billed Malkoha (Zanclostomus javanicus) is a rare cuckoo found in 4 countries, weighing about 109 g. The red-billed malkoha is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae.
About the Red-billed Malkoha
The red-billed malkoha is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It is found in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Thailand. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Red-billed Malkoha can be seen all year round, with peak activity in July. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Red-billed Malkoha look like?
- The red-billed malkoha is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae.
- How big is a Red-billed Malkoha?
- The Red-billed Malkoha is a medium sized bird weighing about 109 g.
- Where can you see a Red-billed Malkoha?
- The Red-billed Malkoha occurs in 4 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Brunei.
- What birds look similar to a Red-billed Malkoha?
- The Red-billed Malkoha is most easily confused with the Black Coucal, the Blue Coua and the Asian Emerald Cuckoo.
- Is the Red-billed Malkoha endangered?
- The Red-billed Malkoha is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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