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Lesser Coucal: Facts, Diet, Habitat

All you need to know about the cuckoo-like bird that's smaller than the greater coucal
Text by: Kaushik Sarkar Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated   May 02, 2025
Text by: Kaushik Sarkar Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated   May 02, 2025
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All you need to know about the cuckoo-like bird that's smaller than the greater coucal

What is the conservation status of the lesser coucal? 

Least concern on the IUCN Red List.


How many subspecies of the lesser coucal exist? 

Five. 


What does the lesser coucal eat?

Insects, spiders, scorpions, fruits, seeds. 


About the Authors

Kaushik Sarkar

Kaushik Sarkar

is a wildlife biologist transitioning towards the world of conservation action. He currently works with The Habitats Trust primarily working on the Terai Grasslands Project.
Diviya Mehra

Diviya Mehra

is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.