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Verreaux's Coua

Coua verreauxi

Taxonomy

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

About

Verreaux's coua (Coua verreauxi) is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It is endemic to Madagascar. According to a BBC documentary, it is found only near a salt lake in the southern part of the island. The lake is 16 km long but only a couple of metres deep. The area has been drying out for the last 40,000 years and the organisms living here have become adapted to conserve water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Verreaux's Coua?
The scientific name of Verreaux's Coua is Coua verreauxi.
What is the conservation status of Verreaux's Coua?
The Verreaux's Coua has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Verreaux's Coua belong to?
Verreaux's Coua belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Verreaux's Coua belong to?
Verreaux's Coua belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Verreaux's Coua belong to?
Verreaux's Coua belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Verreaux's Coua belong to?
Verreaux's Coua belongs to the order Cuculiformes.
What family does Verreaux's Coua belong to?
Verreaux's Coua belongs to the family Cuculidae.
What genus does Verreaux's Coua belong to?
Verreaux's Coua belongs to the genus Coua.