About the Moustached Hawk-Cuckoo
The Moustached Hawk-Cuckoo (Hierococcyx vagans) 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 mohcuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Hierococcyx vagans |
| Species Codes | mohcuc1, MOHC, MHCU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Moustached Hawk-Cuckoo belong to?
The Moustached Hawk-Cuckoo (Hierococcyx vagans) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Moustached Hawk-Cuckoo?
The Moustached Hawk-Cuckoo is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Moustached Hawk-Cuckoo?
The Moustached Hawk-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 Moustached Hawk-Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Moustached Hawk-Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mohcuc1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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