Taken by Francisco Perez

with SV41pro 

Key Identifying Characteristics:

• Distinctive Bill: A large, high-arched, black bill with prominent longitudinal grooves (though the grooves can be subtle depending on the light and distance).

• Plumage: Entirely black feathers with a slight iridescent or metallic sheen, often appearing "scaly" on the neck and breast.

• Face: A dark, bare patch of skin around the eye, which is also black, giving the bird an all-dark facial appearance.

• Tail: A long, broad, and somewhat floppy tail that makes up a large portion of the bird's total length.

• Body Shape: A medium-sized, slender bird that is a member of the cuckoo family, often seen in brushy or overgrown habitats