South Melanesian Cuckooshrike
Coracina caledonica thilenii
Loru Rainforest Protected Area, Espiritu Santo Island, Vanuatu - October 12 2018
Frontal view of a South Melanesian Cuckooshrike.
This large cuckooshrike was a very desired species, although not an endemic bird. We heard their characteristic whistles at many locations, but it didn't give it self up for good views until the very last day of birding. Therefore, I am particularly happy about this photo from Loru.
This large cuckooshrike was a very desired species, although not an endemic bird. We heard their characteristic whistles at many locations, but it didn't give it self up for good views until the very last day of birding. Therefore, I am particularly happy about this photo from Loru.