About the Guira Cuckoo
The guira cuckoo, known in Spanish as the pirincho, is a gregarious species of cuckoo found widely in open and semi-open habitats throughout eastern and southeastern South America. It is the only species placed in the genus Guira. Its range has expanded significantly as a result of deforestation, and it is commonly seen in suburban parks and gardens.
Source: Wikipedia
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, known in Spanish as the pirincho, is a gregarious species of cuckoo found widely in open and semi-open habitats throughout eastern and southeastern South America. It is the only species placed in the genus Guira. Its range has expanded significantly as a result of deforestation, an...
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.
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