The Asian koel (Eudynamys scolopaceus) is a member of the cuckoo order of birds, the Cuculiformes. It is found in the Indian Subcontinent, China, and Southeast Asia. The word "koel" is onomatopoeic in origin. The Sanskrit root is "Kokila" and the words in various Indian languages are similar. Being familiar birds with loud calls, references to them are common in folklore, myth and poetry. It is traditionally held in high regard for its song. These birds were once very popular in India as cagebirds. Feeding even on boiled rice, these hardy birds lived in captivity for as long as 14 years. #koel #cukoo #bird #birds #asianbird #black #black_bird #singingbirds #roadsidephotography #photo_of_the_day #photographers_of_india #photo_nature #photomagazine #nikon #nikon_photography_ #nikonindia #nikond5300 #photography #bird_photography #myphotobook #aranghata #kokila #birdtattoo #picoftheday #pictures #visionofpictures #earthescope