Featuring Blue-faced Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus viridirostris), capturing this elusive bird as it preens its feathers in the secluded bottom of a tree. Surrounded by a natural curtain of branches, sticks, and leaves, the Malkoha's beauty and behavior are a sight to behold.
The Blue-faced Malkoha is a long-tailed gray cuckoo, easily recognized by its striking pale blue eye-ring and ivory-colored bill. Its broad white tips on the undertail feathers add to its distinctive appearance. Typically found clambering through trees and thickets, this bird is often seen either alone or in pairs.
In this video, observe the Blue-faced Malkoha's meticulous grooming routine, as it uses its beak to clean its feathers. This preening behavior is crucial for maintaining its plumage in pristine condition and is a delightful insight into the bird's daily life.
The Blue-faced Malkoha inhabits lowland and hill areas, favoring thorny scrub and second growth. Despite its preference for dense vegetation, this video provides a rare glimpse into its secretive world.