Black-bellied Cuckoo
Piaya melanogaster
Least ConcernAves · Cuculiformes · Cuculidae
About
The black-bellied cuckoo or black-bellied squirrel cuckoo is a bird of the family Cuculidae found in the Amazon region. Even though this species has a wide distribution, little is known about its ecology and natural history. The word melanogaster means "black belly"; it has Greek roots, melas meaning "black" and gaster meaning "belly".
Fun Fact
It prefers altitudes up to 800 meters above sea level.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Live in tropical rainforests, scrub and occasionally in wooded savannas.
Diet
Eat small vertebrates such as lizards.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance