The Black Cuckoo is a bird species belonging to the family Cuculidae. It is primarily found in parts of Africa, particularly in wooded and forested areas. This bird is known for its striking black plumage and distinctive calls, which can often be heard during the breeding season. Black Cuckoos are brood parasites, meaning they lay their eggs in the nests of other bird species, leaving the host to raise their young. They primarily target smaller birds, such as those in the tits and warblers families. Their diet mainly consists of insects and caterpillars, which they hunt in trees and shrubs.