Pacific Koel
A species of Typical Koels Scientific name : Eudynamys orientalis Genus : Typical Koels
Pacific Koel, A species of Typical Koels
Botanical name: Eudynamys orientalis
Genus: Typical Koels
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Description General Info
Description
The Pacific koel (Eudynamys orientalis), also known as the eastern koel, is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. In Australia, it is colloquially known as the rainbird or stormbird, as its call is usually more prevalent before or during stormy weather. 
Size
46 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Habitat
The pacific Koel is typically found in diverse open wooded environments which encompasses edges of forests, secondary growth regions, various types of plantations, and savannas. This species thrives particularly in areas populated with fruit-bearing trees such as figs and mangoes, as well as mistletoe, adapting well to urban parklands within these regions. Their presence in dense primary rainforests is notable, especially in broader geographical areas like the Solomon Islands and Australia.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Behavior
The Pacific koel is a brood parasite. In Australia, their hosts are mainly large honeyeaters (especially noisy friarbirds and red wattlebirds). Unlike in other parasitic cuckoos, the young do not attempt to kill the host chicks. This trait is shared with the channel-billed cuckoo, which – as in the Pacific koel – are largely frugivorous as adults. A study of vocalization noted that the duetting behaviour may indicate the possibility of short-term pair-bonding in its otherwise polygynous mating system.
Distribution Area
The Pacific koel is found in forest, woodland, plantations and gardens from Wallacea east to the Solomon Islands and south to northern and eastern Australia. The Pacific koel has not been rated by IUCN, but the Australian Koel (here included in the Pacific koel) is considered to be of Least Concern.
Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
Birds Order
Cuckoos and Relatives Family
Cuckoos Genus
Typical Koels Species
Pacific Koel 
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