About the Giant Coua
The giant coua is a bird species from the Coua genus in the cuckoo family that is endemic to the dry forests of western and southern Madagascar. Couas probably originated from a particular Asian ground-cuckoo. The genus Coua contains 10 species, more than any other genus in Madagascar. This species is listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN due to a rapidly decreasing population, resulting from defroestation and hunting pressures.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Coua gigas |
| Species Codes | giacou1, GICO |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Giant Coua belong to?
The Giant Coua (Coua gigas) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Giant Coua?
The Giant Coua is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Giant Coua?
The giant coua is a bird species from the Coua genus in the cuckoo family that is endemic to the dry forests of western and southern Madagascar. Couas probably originated from a particular Asian ground-cuckoo. The genus Coua contains 10 species, more than any other genus in Madagascar. This species ...
Where can I report a Giant Coua sighting?
You can log sightings of Giant Coua on eBird (ebird.org) using species code giacou1, or on iNaturalist.
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