About the Cocos Cuckoo
The Cocos Cuckoo (Coccyzus ferrugineus) 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 coccuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Coccyzus ferrugineus |
| Species Codes | coccuc1, COCC, COCU |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cocos Cuckoo belong to?
The Cocos Cuckoo (Coccyzus ferrugineus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Cocos Cuckoo?
The Cocos Cuckoo is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Cocos Cuckoo?
The Cocos 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 Cocos Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Cocos Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code coccuc1, or on iNaturalist.