About the Pheasant Coucal
The Pheasant Coucal (Centropus phasianinus) 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 phecou2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus phasianinus |
| Species Codes | phecou2, PHCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pheasant Coucal belong to?
The Pheasant Coucal (Centropus phasianinus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Pheasant Coucal?
The Pheasant Coucal 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 Pheasant Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Pheasant Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phecou2, or on iNaturalist.