31) Asian Koel Flashcards
1
Q
Is it a state bird ?
A
Yes, of Puducherry
2
Q
IUCN status ?
A
Least Concern
3
Q
Context ?
A
Breeding found in Delhi-NCR recently
4
Q
Is it found only in India ?
A
NOO, found everywhere in Asia
5
Q
Features ?
A
1) It is a superspecies that include other cuckoos, koels
2) It is a BROOD PARASITE as it lays eggs in crows nest
3) Sexual diamorphism — Males and females have a totally diff body characteristics
4) Males are generally better looking than females
