StatusNative
RarityCommon
Height42 cm
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Did You Know?
3 Facts1
"The name "koel" mimics its call, and its scientific name, Eudynamys orientalis, refers to its eastern range."
Field Guide
Pacific Koel
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The Pacific Koel is a large migratory cuckoo well known for its loud, far-carrying calls that signal the arrival of summer in eastern Australia. This species is a regular visitor to suburban gardens and bushland, where it is often heard before it is seen. Its unique breeding strategy-laying eggs in the nests of other birds-adds intrigue to its presence each year.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Pacific Koel has been recorded.
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