About the Black-eared Cuckoo
The black-eared cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. Found across Australia, it migrates to eastern Indonesia and southern New Guinea. They are usually observed by themselves or in a pair as they don't raise their own young, rather they leave eggs in another species nest to be raised by host. This species was formerly placed in the genus Chrysococcyx.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Chalcites osculans |
| Species Codes | blecuc1, BECU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-eared Cuckoo belong to?
The Black-eared Cuckoo (Chalcites osculans) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Black-eared Cuckoo?
The black-eared cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. Found across Australia, it migrates to eastern Indonesia and southern New Guinea. They are usually observed by themselves or in a pair as they don't raise their own young, rather they leave eggs in another species nest to be rais...
Where can I report a Black-eared Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-eared Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blecuc1, or on iNaturalist.
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