Eastern "Cuckoo" Koel

Australian Native Eastern "Cuckoo" Koel Feathers

Cuckoo Koel is easily identified by its entirely glossy black plumage, tinged with blue and green, and striking red eye. The female has glossed brown upperparts, heavily spotted with white, and a black crown. The underparts are generally buff-cream with numerous fine black bars. Young birds resemble the adult female, but have considerably more buff and a dark eye. The Eastern Koel is a member of the cuckoo family. Adults are rather shy and they are heard much more than seen.