About the Pacific Koel
The Pacific koel, also known as the eastern koel or formerly common koel, is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. In northern Australia, it is colloquially known as the rainbird or stormbird.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Eudynamys orientalis |
| Species Codes | asikoe3, EAKO, PAKO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pacific Koel belong to?
The Pacific Koel (Eudynamys orientalis) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Pacific Koel?
The Pacific koel, also known as the eastern koel or formerly common koel, is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. In northern Australia, it is colloquially known as the rainbird or stormbird....
Where can I report a Pacific Koel sighting?
You can log sightings of Pacific Koel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code asikoe3, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
4,128
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