About the Klaas's Cuckoo
Klaas's cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae which is native to the wooded regions of sub-Saharan Africa. The specific name honours Klaas, the Khoikhoi man who collected the type specimen.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Chrysococcyx klaas |
| Species Codes | klacuc1, KLCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Klaas's Cuckoo belong to?
The Klaas's Cuckoo (Chrysococcyx klaas) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Klaas's Cuckoo?
Klaas's cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae which is native to the wooded regions of sub-Saharan Africa. The specific name honours Klaas, the Khoikhoi man who collected the type specimen....
Where can I report a Klaas's Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Klaas's Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code klacuc1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
1,484
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