StatusNative
RarityUncommon
Height24 cm
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3 Facts1
"The chestnut-breasted cuckoo's brood parasitism strategy means its chicks often outcompete host offspring for resources."
Field Guide
Chestnut-breasted Cuckoo
4 sections
The chestnut-breasted cuckoo (*Cacomantis castaneiventris*) is a member of the Cuculidae family, found in Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. This bird inhabits subtropical or tropical dry forests and mangrove forests, making it a species of interest for birders exploring these unique ecosystems.
Distribution Map
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