About the African Emerald Cuckoo
The African Emerald Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx cupreus) is a species of bird in the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), within the order Cuculiformes. This family contains 156 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afecuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Chrysococcyx cupreus |
| Species Codes | afecuc1, AECU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Emerald Cuckoo belong to?
The African Emerald Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx cupreus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the African Emerald Cuckoo?
The African Emerald Cuckoo is a member of the Cuckoos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Emerald Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of African Emerald Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afecuc1, or on iNaturalist.