About the Little Cuckoo
The Little Cuckoo (Coccycua minuta) 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 litcuc2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Coccycua minuta |
| Species Codes | litcuc2, LITC, LICU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Cuckoo belong to?
The Little Cuckoo (Coccycua minuta) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Little Cuckoo?
The Little 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 Little Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code litcuc2, or on iNaturalist.