Coucal Collection

Centropus sinensis, greater coucal
Plate 27, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

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Pheasant Coucal (Centropus phasianinus) Date:

A white browed coucal, Centropus Superciliosus. Voi, Tsavo, Kenya

Philippine coucal, Centropus viridis (Lathamian coucal, Polophilus lathami). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological

Black-throated coucal, Centropus leucogaster (White-bellied coucal, Polophilus leucogaster). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn

Pheasant coucal, Centropus phasianinus (Polophilus phasianus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany

Delalandes coua (extinct), and greater roadrunner
Delalandes coua, Coua delalandei (extinct), and greater roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres

Pied coucal and violet coucal
White-necked coucal or pied coucal, Centropus ateralbus, and violaceous coucal or violet coucal, Centropus violaceus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de

Greater coucal, Centropus sinensis
Greater coucal or crow pheasant, Centropus sinensis (Chestnut coucal). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822

Yellowbill (Senegal), Ceuthmochares aereus flavirostris (Yellow-billed coucal, Zanclostomus flavirostris). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William

Senegal coucal, Centropus senegalensis
Senegal coucal or Senegal lark-heel, Centropus senegalensis. Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology

Lesser coucal and Asian emerald cuckoo
Lesser coucal, Centropus bengalensis (top), and Asian emerald cuckoo, Chrysococcyx maculatus. (Lark-heeled cuckow, Cuculus bengalensis and spotted curcucui)

Centropus ateralbus, pied coucal
Plate 34 from Louis-Isidore Duperreys Voyage de la Coquille 1822-1825, Zoologie Atlas, (1826). From drawings made during his voyage to Chile, Peru, Polynesia, Indoneasia

White-browed Coucal Centropus supercilosus Kenya

Pheasant Coucal - Approaching a pool for a drink. A very large cuckoo differing from other cuckoos in making its own
DH-3228 Pheasant Coucal At Lajamanu, an aboriginal community on the edge of the Tanami Desert. Northern Territory, Australia Centropus phasianinus melanurus A very large cuckoo differing from other

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Pheasant Coucal - Sunbathing - on a high branch - at Peppimenarti Aboriginal Community - Northern Territory - Australia. Date:

Cuckoo roller, Leptosomus discolor, and Sunda coucal, Centropus nigrorufus (vulnerable).. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science

Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus)
Antique illustration of a Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus)

White-browed Coucal Centropus superciliosus Tanzania Africa 2005
White-browed Coucal, Centropus superciliosus, Tanzania Africa

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Greater Coucal - with lizard prey (Centropus sinensis) Date:

Picture No. 10890663
Pheasant Coucal - on a coconut palm (Centropus phasianinus) Date:

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Pheasant Coucal - in a tree (Centropus phasianinus) Date:

White-necked Coucal (Centropus ateralbus) adult, perched on branch, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Buff-headed Coucal (Centropus milo albidiventris) juvenile, foraging in palm tree, Kolombangara Island, Solomon Islands, April

Centropus menbeki, greater black coucal
Plate 33 from Louis-Isidore Duperreys Voyage de la Coquille 1822-1825, Zoologie Atlas, (1826). From drawings made during his voyage to Chile, Peru, Polynesia, Indoneasia

White-browed Coucal (Centropus superciliosus) adult, perched on branch, Masai Mara, Kenya, August

Green-billed Coucal (Centropus chlororhynchus) adult, perched on branch, Kitulgala, Sri Lanka, december

Greater Coucal (Centropus sinensis) adult, perched on branch over water, Keoladeo Ghana N. P
Greater Coucal (Centropus sinensis) adult, perched on branch over water, Keoladeo Ghana N.P. (Bharatpur), Rajasthan, India

Greater Coucal (Centropus sinensis intermedius) adult, running across dirt track, Thailand, february

Senegal Coucal (Centropus senegalensis) adult, perched on twigs in tree, Gambia, january

White-browed Coucal. Sarara Camp, Namunyak Conservancy, Northern Rangelands, Kenya
SE-694 White-browed Coucal Sarara Camp, Namunyak Conservancy, Northern Rangelands, Kenya Centropus superciliosus Suzi Eszterhas Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Greater Coucal / Crow Pheasant - india
DE-313 Greater Coucal / Crow Pheasant India Centropus sinensis M. D. England Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Greater Coucal / Crow-pheasant - Corbett N. P. U. P. India
JVG-3490 Greater Coucal / Crow-pheasant Corbett N.P. U.P. India Centropus sinensis Joanna Van Gruisen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pheasant Coucal - sunbathing at dawn in canefields. Mackay, Queensland, Australia
DH-2826 Pheasant COUCAL - sunbathing at dawn in canefields Mackay, Queensland, Australia. Centropus phasianus Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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The coucal, also known as Centropus sinensis or the greater coucal, is a fascinating bird species that belongs to the cuckoo family. Picture No. 10890662 showcases its unique appearance and features. In addition to the greater coucal, there are several other intriguing members of this avian family. The Philippine coucal (Centropus viridis) displays vibrant plumage and can be found in the beautiful islands of the Philippines. Another notable member is the black-throated coucal (Centropus leucogaster), which boasts a striking contrast between its dark throat and colorful feathers. Its presence adds an air of elegance to any natural habitat it inhabits. The pheasant coucal (Centropus phasianinus) exhibits stunning patterns reminiscent of its namesake bird species. Its intricate markings make it a true standout among its feathered counterparts. While some species have sadly become extinct, such as Delalandes coua, others like the greater roadrunner continue to thrive in their respective habitats. These birds are renowned for their incredible speed and agility when hunting prey. The pied coucal and violet coucal showcase a mesmerizing blend of contrasting colors on their feathers, making them both visually captivating creatures in nature's tapestry. One cannot overlook the yellowbill or Senegal cuckoo (Ceuthmochares aereus flavirostris). This particular variety stands out with its distinctively colored bill that adds an extra touch of uniqueness to its overall appearance. The Senegal coucal (Centropus senegalensis) possesses an aura of mystery with its secretive nature often hidden within dense vegetation. Observing this elusive creature requires patience but is undoubtedly rewarding for avid birdwatchers. Among these diverse species lies another interesting duo: lesser coucals and Asian emerald cuckoos. Both exhibit remarkable adaptations that allow them to survive in various environments across Asia.