Least ConcernEndemicInvertebratesForestLarge · 500 g
About the Violaceous Coucal
The violaceous coucal or violet coucal is a cuckoo species in the family Cuculidae. It is endemic to the Bismarck Archipelago. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
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Where the Violaceous Coucal lives
Regular range
When to see the Violaceous Coucal
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Peak activity in July · a winter visitor species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Buff-headed CoucalCentropus miloThe buff-headed coucal is a species of coucal.
Gabon CoucalCentropus anselliThe Gabon coucal is a large-sized species growing to 46 to 58 cm (18 to 23 in) in length.
Short-toed CoucalCentropus rectunguisThe short-toed coucal is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae.
Gabon CoucalCentropus anselliThe Gabon coucal is a large-sized species growing to 46 to 58 cm (18 to 23 in) in length.
Short-toed CoucalCentropus rectunguisThe short-toed coucal is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae.
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