Jamaican Lizard-Cuckoo
Coccyzus vetula
Least ConcernAves · Cuculiformes · Cuculidae
About
The Jamaican lizard cuckoo is a species of bird in the tribe Phaenicophaeini, subfamily Cuculinae of the cuckoo family Cuculidae. It is endemic to Jamaica.
Fun Fact
Linnaeus cited earlier descriptions by the collector Hans Sloane and the Irish physician Patrick Browne, both of whom had given the English name as "Old man".
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in tropical deciduous forest, more open woodlands, and semi-arid landscapes of trees and shrubs.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance