About the Black-hooded Coucal
The black-hooded coucal is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It is endemic to Mindoro in the Philippines and is one of the most endangered birds in the country and is the only critically endangered coucal in the world. It is threatened by habitat loss and trapping.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus steerii |
| Species Codes | blhcou1, BHCO |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-hooded Coucal belong to?
The Black-hooded Coucal (Centropus steerii) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Black-hooded Coucal?
The Black-hooded Coucal is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Black-hooded Coucal?
The black-hooded coucal is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It is endemic to Mindoro in the Philippines and is one of the most endangered birds in the country and is the only critically endangered coucal in the world. It is threatened by habitat loss and trapping....
Where can I report a Black-hooded Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-hooded Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blhcou1, or on iNaturalist.
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