About the Violaceous Coucal
The violaceous coucal or violet coucal is a cuckoo species in the family Cuculidae. It is endemic to the Bismarck Archipelago. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus violaceus |
| Species Codes | viocou1, VICO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violaceous Coucal belong to?
The Violaceous Coucal (Centropus violaceus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Violaceous Coucal?
The violaceous coucal or violet coucal is a cuckoo species in the family Cuculidae. It is endemic to the Bismarck Archipelago. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests....
Where can I report a Violaceous Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Violaceous Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code viocou1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
6
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