Cuckoo  (Cuculus canorus)

Range

Arrives in Britain during the second part of April from Africa south of the Sahara, and leaves in September (2). It is widespread in Britain and breeds throughout Europe, reaching as far east as Japan (3).

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Habitat

Occupies a broad variety of habitats, including all types of woodland, marshes, heaths and alpine areas (2).