About the African Cuckoo
The African Cuckoo (Cuculus gularis) 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 afrcuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Cuculus gularis |
| Species Codes | afrcuc1, AFCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Cuckoo belong to?
The African Cuckoo (Cuculus gularis) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the African Cuckoo?
The African 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 African Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of African Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrcuc1, or on iNaturalist.