About the Chestnut-breasted Malkoha
The Chestnut-breasted Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus curvirostris) 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 chbmal2 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 curvirostris |
| Species Codes | chbmal2, CBMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-breasted Malkoha belong to?
The Chestnut-breasted Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus curvirostris) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-breasted Malkoha?
The Chestnut-breasted 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-breasted Malkoha sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-breasted Malkoha on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chbmal2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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