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Lesser Cuckoo (Cuculus poliocephalus)

Lesser Cuckoo

Cuculus poliocephalus

Least Concern

Overview

The lesser cuckoo (Cuculus poliocephalus) is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Habitat

Native to East Asia and the Himalayas, the species migrates to East Africa and Sri Lanka for the winter season.

Did you know?

In Japanese literature, the bird is called hototogisu and is frequently praised for its song, leading courtiers to mount specific trips just to listen to it and compose poetry on the occasion.

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