Indian Cuckooshrike

Overview

Indian Cuckooshrike (Coracina macei) is a species of Cuckooshrikes (Campephagidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Coracina; binomial: Coracina macei; authority: (Lesson, RP, 1831).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Based on morphology and vocalizations Coracina macei is reconfigured to include just two taxa within the Indian Subcontinent. Change English name of Coracina macei from Large Cuckooshrike to Indian Cuckooshrike with the revision of the C. macei/C. javensis complex (WGAC 1088).