A cuckooshrike is a medium-sized passerine bird native to the Australasian region. It is characterized by its distinctive black and white plumage, long tail, and hooked bill. Cuckooshrikes are known for their aggressive behavior and their habit of raiding the nests of other birds, eating their eggs and young.
One of the most well-known species of cuckooshrike is the black-faced cuckooshrike. The black-faced cuckooshrike can be found in open woodlands and forests throughout Australia. The black-faced cuckooshrike is a territorial bird and will defend its territory vigorously against other birds. Cuckooshrikes are also known for their intelligence and their ability to learn new behaviors. Some cuckooshrikes have been known to mimic the calls of other birds in order to attract prey.