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Madagascar Coucal

Centropus toulou

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Cuculiformes ›Family: Cuculidae ›Genus: Centropus

About

The Malagasy coucal or Madagascar coucal (Centropus toulou) is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It is found in Madagascar and in the Seychelles, where it occurs on Aldabra and was formerly present on Assumption Island and Cosmoledo. Its natural habitats are dense vegetation in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, mangrove forests, rough grassland, marshes and reedbeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Madagascar Coucal?
The scientific name of Madagascar Coucal is Centropus toulou.
What is the conservation status of Madagascar Coucal?
The Madagascar Coucal has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Madagascar Coucal belong to?
Madagascar Coucal belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Madagascar Coucal belong to?
Madagascar Coucal belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Madagascar Coucal belong to?
Madagascar Coucal belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Madagascar Coucal belong to?
Madagascar Coucal belongs to the order Cuculiformes.
What family does Madagascar Coucal belong to?
Madagascar Coucal belongs to the family Cuculidae.
What genus does Madagascar Coucal belong to?
Madagascar Coucal belongs to the genus Centropus.