About the Guira Cuckoo
The Guira Cuckoo (Guira guira) 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 guicuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Guira guira |
| Species Codes | guicuc1, GUCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Guira Cuckoo belong to?
The Guira Cuckoo (Guira guira) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Guira Cuckoo?
The Guira Cuckoo 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 Guira Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Guira Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code guicuc1, or on iNaturalist.