About the Brown Cuckoo-Dove
The Brown Cuckoo-Dove (Macropygia phasianella) 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 brcdov1 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 phasianella |
| Species Codes | brcdov1, BRCD, BCDO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Cuckoo-Dove belong to?
The Brown Cuckoo-Dove (Macropygia phasianella) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Brown Cuckoo-Dove?
The Brown 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 Brown Cuckoo-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Cuckoo-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brcdov1, or on iNaturalist.