About the Philippine Coucal
The Philippine coucal is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It is endemic to the Philippines. It is an insectivore.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus viridis |
| Species Codes | phicou1, PHCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Coucal belong to?
The Philippine Coucal (Centropus viridis) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Coucal?
The Philippine coucal is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It is endemic to the Philippines. It is an insectivore....
Where can I report a Philippine Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phicou1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
194
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