Cuckoo's Majestic Mid-Flight

Fun Fact

Cuckoos are famous for laying their eggs in the nests of other birds! This is called "brood parasitism." The other bird parents then raise the cuckoo chick as their own, often without realizing it's not their own baby!

Coloring Tips

1. 1🎨 Feather Focus - Use varying shades of gray, brown, and white to give depth and texture to each individual feather on the cuckoo's wings and body, making them look realistic.
2. 2🖍️ Canopy Contrast - Create a rich, dense look for the tree canopy by layering different greens, from bright lime to deep forest, adding touches of yellow or brown for autumn leaves.
3. 3✨ Dynamic Sky - Choose soft blues and whites for the sky to make the cuckoo stand out, or try warm yellows and oranges for a dramatic sunrise or sunset effect behind the soaring bird.
4. 4🌈 Eye for Detail - Pay close attention to the cuckoo's eye and beak, using small, precise strokes to capture their realistic features and bring the bird to life with sharp, vibrant accents.