About this episode
In this episode, host Ivan Phillipsen explores the diverse and mysterious world of the avian family Cuculidae, including the Common Cuckoo and other fascinating birds.
👕 Bird Merch — Get yourself some bird shirts! ~~~ In this episode, host Ivan Phillipsen dives into the diverse and sometimes mysterious world of the avian family Cuculidae. While the family is famous for the iconic call of the Common Cuckoo and cultural icons like the Cocoa Puffs mascot, it also includes a wide array of other fascinating birds such as roadrunners, coucals, couas, anis, and malkohas. Learn about the unique biological traits and behaviors that define this cosmopolitan gr...
People in this episode
Host: Ivan Phillipsen
Topics covered
- Cuckoos
- Cuculidae
- bird behavior
- avian family
- biological traits
- nature
Keywords
- Cuckoos
- Cuculidae
- bird behavior
- roadrunners
- coucals
- anis
- malkohas
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Cocoa Puffs, Cuculidae
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