About the Black-headed Cuckooshrike
The black-headed cuckooshrike is a species of cuckooshrike found in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cuckooshrikes (Campephagidae) |
| Species | Lalage melanoptera |
| Species Codes | bkhcus1, BHCS, BHCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-headed Cuckooshrike belong to?
The Black-headed Cuckooshrike (Lalage melanoptera) belongs to the Cuckooshrikes family (Campephagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-headed Cuckooshrike?
The black-headed cuckooshrike is a species of cuckooshrike found in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia....
Where can I report a Black-headed Cuckooshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-headed Cuckooshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkhcus1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
108
Species in Family
858
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