Lesser Ground-Cuckoo
Morococcyx erythropygus
Least ConcernAves · Cuculiformes · Cuculidae
About
The lesser ground cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the tribe Neomorphini of subfamily Crotophaginae. It is found in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua.
Fun Fact
The lesser ground cuckoo is the only member of its genus.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits semiarid to arid landscapes including the interior and edges of woodlands, thorn forest, secondary forest, and savanna.
Diet
Feeds on insects captured while walking on the ground or picked from vegetation with short leaps.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance