About the Bay Coucal
The Bay Coucal (Centropus celebensis) 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 baycou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus celebensis |
| Species Codes | baycou1, BACO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bay Coucal belong to?
The Bay Coucal (Centropus celebensis) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Bay Coucal?
The Bay Coucal 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 Bay Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Bay Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code baycou1, or on iNaturalist.