The genus Coua was erected by the Swiss naturalist Heinrich Rudolf Schinz in 1821 with the Cuculus madagascariensis (a synonym of Cuculus gigas) as the type species. [3][4] The name …

The crested coua (Coua cristata) is a common medium-sized bird member of the cuckoo family, Cuculidae. [2] It is endemic to Madagascar, [3] mainly found in the coastal regions of the …

coua, any of about 10 species of terrestrial birds of the genus Coua, of the cuckoo family (Cuculidae) found in Madagascar. Couas are long-tailed, weak-flying birds 45 to 60 cm (18 to …

Inquisitive, restless bird that bounces through the trees and doesn’t often fly. Found in all types of forest at low and middle elevations. Highly vocal; gives several calls. The most frequent and …

The giant coua (Coua gigas) is a bird species from the coua genus in the cuckoo family that is endemic to the dry forests of western and southern Madagascar. It is suggested that couas …

Big, dark, long-tailed tree-dwelling bird. Like other couas, inquisitive and restless. Generally prefers to jump or flop through the trees, but sometimes makes long gliding flights with …

The Crested Coua, scientifically named Coua cristata, is a strikingly beautiful bird endemic to Madagascar. It is known for its vivid plumage, characterized by a mixture of blues, greens, and …

Bare facial skin is blue and pink. Found in spiny forest of southwestern Madagascar. Rather shy, and quickly walks away from any disturbance. Most common vocalization is a series of …

Jul 12, 2023 · Coua cristata maxima – Only known from a single specimen; possibly extinct (late 20th century) or a hybrid. Verreaux’s Coua, Coua verreauxi: – Endemic to Madagascar.

Despite being largely forest birds, only three magpie-size species are arboreal—the blue coua from rain forests, the crested coua and Verreaux’s coua—and are found mainly in drier areas.