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Jacobin Cuckoo

Clamator jacobinus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body Mass
79.4 g
Diet
Invertebrates
Migration
Migratory

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 97

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 97).

DEF 60

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 60).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Africa & Oriental: widespread in Africa & India to Myanmar Habitat: Grassland & Savanna
3 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Clamator jacobinus serratus

    South Africa and s Zambia

  • Clamator jacobinus pica

    Africa s of the Sahara to n Zambia and Malawi; nw India to Nepal and Myanmar

  • Clamator jacobinus jacobinus

    s India, Sri Lanka and s Myanmar

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Clamator jacobinus

Which family does it belong to?

Cuckoos (Cuculidae)

Where is it found?

Africa & Oriental: widespread in Africa & India to Myanmar

Sources & credits

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