About the Himalayan Cuckoo
The Himalayan Cuckoo (Cuculus saturatus) 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 himcuc1 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 saturatus |
| Species Codes | himcuc1, HICU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Himalayan Cuckoo belong to?
The Himalayan Cuckoo (Cuculus saturatus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Himalayan Cuckoo?
The Himalayan 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 Himalayan Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Himalayan Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code himcuc1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
175
iNat Observations
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