About the Violet Cuckoo
The Violet Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx xanthorhynchus) 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 viocuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Chrysococcyx xanthorhynchus |
| Species Codes | viocuc1, VICU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violet Cuckoo belong to?
The Violet Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx xanthorhynchus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Violet Cuckoo?
The Violet 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 Violet Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Violet Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code viocuc1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
542
iNat Observations
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