About the Burchell's Coucal
The Burchell's Coucal (Centropus burchellii) 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 whbcou3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus burchellii |
| Species Codes | whbcou3, BUCO, WBCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Burchell's Coucal belong to?
The Burchell's Coucal (Centropus burchellii) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Burchell's Coucal?
The Burchell's Coucal 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 Burchell's Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Burchell's Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbcou3, or on iNaturalist.