Least ConcernRareEndemicInvertebratesForestPlatform nestMedium · 123 g
About the Rough-crested Malkoha
The rough-crested malkoha is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It is endemic to Luzon Island in the Philippines. Its natural habitat is tropical moist lowland forest. It is declining due to habitat loss and hunting.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in February · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Chestnut-breasted CuckooCacomantis castaneiventrisThe chestnut-breasted cuckoo is about 22–25 centimetres (8.7–9.8 in) long.
Dusky Long-tailed CuckooCercococcyx mechowiThe dusky long-tailed cuckoo is about 33 cm (13 in) long and weighs 50–61 g (1.8–2.2 oz).
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