Burchell's Coucal on perch, Kruger National Park, South Africa

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The male builds the nest, which is a large, scruffy collection of grass and leaves. Egg-laying season is from September-March, with slight variations with different regions. Lays 205 eggs.

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Size: 3600px × 2400px
Location: Kruger National Park, South Africa.
Photo credit: © David Cantrille / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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