About the Goliath Coucal
The Goliath Coucal (Centropus goliath) 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 golcou1 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 goliath |
| Species Codes | golcou1, GOCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Goliath Coucal belong to?
The Goliath Coucal (Centropus goliath) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Goliath Coucal?
The Goliath 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 Goliath Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Goliath Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code golcou1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
34
iNat Observations
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