About the Pied Cuckoo
The Pied Cuckoo (Clamator jacobinus) 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 piecuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Clamator jacobinus |
| Species Codes | piecuc1, PICU, JACU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pied Cuckoo belong to?
The Pied Cuckoo (Clamator jacobinus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Pied Cuckoo?
The Pied 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 Pied Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Pied Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code piecuc1, or on iNaturalist.