About the Chestnut-bellied Malkoha
The Chestnut-bellied Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus sumatranus) 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 chbmal1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Phaenicophaeus sumatranus |
| Species Codes | chbmal1, CBMA |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-bellied Malkoha belong to?
The Chestnut-bellied Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus sumatranus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Chestnut-bellied Malkoha?
The Chestnut-bellied Malkoha is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Chestnut-bellied Malkoha?
The Chestnut-bellied Malkoha 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 Chestnut-bellied Malkoha sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-bellied Malkoha on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chbmal1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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