About the Raffles's Malkoha
The Raffles's Malkoha (Rhinortha chlorophaea) 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 rafmal1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Rhinortha chlorophaea |
| Species Codes | rafmal1, RAMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Raffles's Malkoha belong to?
The Raffles's Malkoha (Rhinortha chlorophaea) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Raffles's Malkoha?
The Raffles's Malkoha 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 Raffles's Malkoha sighting?
You can log sightings of Raffles's Malkoha on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rafmal1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
885
iNat Observations
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