About the Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove
The Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove (Macropygia doreya) is a species of bird in the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), within the order Columbiformes. This family contains 353 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code sulcud1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Macropygia doreya |
| Species Codes | sulcud1, SUCD, SCDO, SBCD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove belong to?
The Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove (Macropygia doreya) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove?
The Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove is a member of the Pigeons and Doves family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sulcud1, or on iNaturalist.