About the Dark-billed Cuckoo
The Dark-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus melacoryphus) 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 dabcuc1 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 melacoryphus |
| Species Codes | dabcuc1, DBCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dark-billed Cuckoo belong to?
The Dark-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus melacoryphus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Dark-billed Cuckoo?
The Dark-billed 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 Dark-billed Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Dark-billed Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dabcuc1, or on iNaturalist.