About the Chestnut-breasted Cuckoo
The Chestnut-breasted Cuckoo (Cacomantis castaneiventris) 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 chbcuc3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Cacomantis castaneiventris |
| Species Codes | chbcuc3, CBCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-breasted Cuckoo belong to?
The Chestnut-breasted Cuckoo (Cacomantis castaneiventris) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-breasted Cuckoo?
The Chestnut-breasted 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 Chestnut-breasted Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-breasted Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chbcuc3, or on iNaturalist.