Diderick Cuckoo (Diederikkie)

Chrysococcyx caprius (386)

Zulu name: uNononekhanda

Other names: Bronze Cuckoo / Diederik Cuckoo

Equipment: Canon 40D, 100-400mm Canon lens

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Diderick Cuckoo
December 2009 Near Wakkerstroom, Kwazulu Natal Male
Diderick Cuckoo
November 2009 North of Verena, Mpumulanga Male
Diderick Cuckoo
April 2009 Botsalano, North West Juvenile female
Diderick Cuckoo
November 2007 Marievale, Gauteng Adult male

Experiences with species

Their Afrikaans name was derived from their call, "Dee dee diederick" which they call when flying. The English name has also been changed (and respelt) to Diderick Cuckoo. The males are often seen being chased by Masked Weavers.