About the Northern Hawk-Cuckoo
The northern hawk-cuckoo or rufous hawk-cuckoo is a species of cuckoo found in eastern China, North and South Korea, far eastern Russia, and Japan. Northern populations migrate to overwinter in Borneo. This elusive species is considered rare over most of its range and many of its life history traits remain understudied. It is known to perch in the crowns of tall trees, making direct observation difficult.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Hierococcyx hyperythrus |
| Species Codes | nohcuc1, NOHC, NHCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Hawk-Cuckoo belong to?
The Northern Hawk-Cuckoo (Hierococcyx hyperythrus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Northern Hawk-Cuckoo?
The northern hawk-cuckoo or rufous hawk-cuckoo is a species of cuckoo found in eastern China, North and South Korea, far eastern Russia, and Japan. Northern populations migrate to overwinter in Borneo. This elusive species is considered rare over most of its range and many of its life history traits...
Where can I report a Northern Hawk-Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Hawk-Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code nohcuc1, or on iNaturalist.
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