About the Buff-headed Coucal
The buff-headed coucal is a species of coucal. These are often placed in the cuckoo family (Cuculidae) but seem to warrant recognition as a distinct family. C. milo is a common endemic of the central islands of the Solomon Islands. Its natural habitat is tropical moist lowland and mountain forests, mostly in primary and secondary growth.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus milo |
| Species Codes | buhcou1, BHCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buff-headed Coucal belong to?
The Buff-headed Coucal (Centropus milo) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Buff-headed Coucal?
The buff-headed coucal is a species of coucal. These are often placed in the cuckoo family (Cuculidae) but seem to warrant recognition as a distinct family. C. milo is a common endemic of the central islands of the Solomon Islands. Its natural habitat is tropical moist lowland and mountain forests, ...
Where can I report a Buff-headed Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Buff-headed Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code buhcou1, or on iNaturalist.
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