Blackish Cuckooshrike

Blackish Cuckooshrike

Edolisoma coerulescens

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Campephagidae

About

The blackish cuckooshrike or the blackish cicadabird or Luzon graybird, is a species of bird in the family Campephagidae. It is endemic to the Philippines on the islands of Luzon, Catanduanes, Marinduque and Cebu where it is presumed extinct. Some taxonomists place this species in the genus Analisoma.Its natural habitat is tropical moist lowland forest where it is believed to be declining due to habitat loss.

Fun Fact

Some taxonomists place this species in the genus Analisoma.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in protected areas like Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park, Bataan National Park, Aurora Memorial National Park, Quezon Protected Landscape but actual protection from deforestation and hunting are lax.

Diet

Feed on insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance