Cuckoo
Cuckoo
Cuckoo (pronunciation: /ˈkuːkuː/) is a term that originates from the Old French word 'coucou' and the Latin term 'cuculus', both of which are onomatopoeic, imitating the call of the bird.
The term 'cuckoo' is primarily used to refer to a family of birds, known as the Cuculidae. This family includes other species such as the Roadrunner, Anis, and Coucal. Cuckoos are known for their distinctive call, from which they derive their name, and their unusual breeding habits. Some species are brood parasites, laying their eggs in the nests of other bird species.
Cuckoos are found in habitats ranging from marshes, forests, and grasslands. They are known for their ability to adapt to changing environments, which has allowed them to spread to various parts of the world.
The term 'cuckoo' is also used in a metaphorical sense to refer to someone who is crazy or eccentric, derived from the erratic and unpredictable behavior of the bird.
Related Terms
- Brood Parasitism: A form of reproduction where an organism relies on others to raise its offspring. The cuckoo is a well-known example of this behavior.
- Cuculiformes: The order of birds that the cuckoo belongs to.
- Cuculus: The genus of birds that the common cuckoo belongs to.
- Cuckoo Clock: A type of clock that uses the call of the cuckoo bird to indicate the hours.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cuckoo
- Wikipedia's article - Cuckoo
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