The Spotted Dove (scientific name: *Spilopelia chinensis*), also known as the Partridge, Spotted Dove, Flower-necked Dove, Pearl Dove, Spotted-necked Dove, Spotted-necked Pigeon, Spotted Beetle (Hokkien), Cloth Dove (Hakka), and Gugugu (Cantonese), is a common species of the genus *Spilopelia* in the family Columbidae, distributed throughout South Asia, Southeast Asia, and vast areas of southern China. It is a common nocturnal bird of prey, and its habits and characteristics are as follows:
1. Nocturnal: Cuckoos are typical nocturnal birds, preferring to be active at night. They have very large eyes that can see even faint light, which helps them forage in the dark.
2. Birds of prey: The cuckoo is a bird of prey that feeds primarily on small mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects.
3. Good at flying: The cuckoo is one of the birds that is good at flying. They have relatively large wings and make a hissing sound when they fly.
4. Intelligent and sensitive: Cuckoos are intelligent and sensitive birds. They can perceive their surroundings through hearing and sight and react quickly.
5. Solitary: Cuckoos are usually solitary and do not form flocks. They nest in trees or on rocks, usually with only one or two eggs per clutch.
6. Migratory habits: Some cuckoos are migratory and will migrate south in winter to find better food and habitat.
7. Wide range of habitats: The cuckoo is a bird with a wide distribution, and its habitats include various environments such as forests, grasslands, deserts, and mountains.
