Purple-throated Cuckooshrike
- Scientific name
- Campephaga quiscalina
- Family
- Campephagidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Forest mixed
- Wing shape
- Broad
- Tail shape
- Rounded
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The purple-throated cuckooshrike is a notable inhabitant of African forests, recognized by the distinct iridescent violet throat patch of the male. Its broad wings and rounded tail are characteristic adaptations that facilitate the agile, swooping flight patterns it uses to forage for caterpillars and fruit among the canopy.
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