White-eared Bronze Cuckoo
Chalcites meyerii
The White-eared Bronze Cuckoo (Chalcites meyerii) is a legendary cuckoo found in 2 countries, weighing about 19 g. The white-eared bronze cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae.
About the White-eared Bronze Cuckoo
The white-eared bronze cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It was formerly placed in the genus Chrysococcyx. It is found in New Guinea.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: June, July, August, September, October, with peak activity in July. It is a winter visitor species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a White-eared Bronze Cuckoo look like?
- The white-eared bronze cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae.
- How big is a White-eared Bronze Cuckoo?
- The White-eared Bronze Cuckoo is a small sized bird weighing about 19 g.
- Where can you see a White-eared Bronze Cuckoo?
- The White-eared Bronze Cuckoo occurs in 2 countries, including Papua New Guinea and Indonesia.
- What birds look similar to a White-eared Bronze Cuckoo?
- The White-eared Bronze Cuckoo is most easily confused with the Long-billed Cuckoo.
- Is the White-eared Bronze Cuckoo endangered?
- The White-eared Bronze Cuckoo is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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