Cuckoo ID Malaysia, Kuala Selangor (1 Viewer)

[Andy F Smith]

Taken at Kuala Selangor last weekend.

Juvenile bird, we're debating whether it's a Little Bronze or Violet Cuckoo - any confirmation?

I have more images if you need them.

Thanks Rach

 

[Dave B]

Taken at Kuala Selangor last weekend.

Juvenile bird, we're debating whether it's a Little Bronze or Violet Cuckoo - any confirmation?

I have more images if you need them.

Thanks Rach

Hi Rach

Not a juvenile but a male coming into good breeding condition. This is a Little Bronze Cuckoo - quite common in mangroves and open areas near the coast. Violet would be more of a lowland forest bird.

Cheers

Dave

 

[Andy F Smith]

Thanks Dave.
R

 

[Sy V]

Andy

A gorgeous bird. PM to follow...