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