A male Asian Koel on the banyan tree outside my window.
The Asian koel is a member of the cuckoo order of birds, the Cuculiformes. It is found in the Indian Subcontinent, China, and Southeast Asia. The Asian koel like many of its related cuckoo kin is a brood parasite that lays its eggs in the nests of crows and other hosts, who raise its young. They are unusual among the cuckoos in being largely frugivorous as adults. Wikipedia
Linking with Saturday's critters
...you have nice visitors.
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ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeleteThat tree is serving you - and the birds - well! YAM xx
That window of you is money worth for bird lovers. Nice one again.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful
ReplyDeleteQuite distinctive.
ReplyDeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteIt is great to see the birds right outside your window. The birds have a nice spot to sit and pose for you. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a happy weekend!
Nice!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bird.
ReplyDeleteI love his colours!
ReplyDeleteThe bird is beautiful and I like seeing the Banyan tree too! Nice photo!
ReplyDeleteNice photo. I had to look up frugivorous.
ReplyDeleteGreat sights from your window, I am sure this bird gives great sounds too.
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