Large Hawk-Cuckoo

Hierococcyx sparverioides · Species of bird
Family
Order
Cuculiformes
Codes
larhac2, LHCU, LAHC

About the Large Hawk-Cuckoo

The large hawk-cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It has a wide breeding distribution from temperate Asia along the Himalayas extending to East Asia. Many populations winter further south. They are known for their loud and repetitive calls which are similar to that of the common hawk-cuckoo but do not rise in crescendo. They are also somewhat larger and adults can be readily told apart from the smaller common hawk-cuckoo by the black patch on the chin. They are brood-parasites of babblers and laughing-thrushes.

Source: Wikipedia

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderCuculiformes
FamilyCuckoos (Cuculidae)
SpeciesHierococcyx sparverioides
Species Codeslarhac2, LHCU, LAHC

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Large Hawk-Cuckoo belong to?

The Large Hawk-Cuckoo (Hierococcyx sparverioides) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.

How can I identify the Large Hawk-Cuckoo?

The large hawk-cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It has a wide breeding distribution from temperate Asia along the Himalayas extending to East Asia. Many populations winter further south. They are known for their loud and repetitive calls which are similar to that of the common ...

Where can I report a Large Hawk-Cuckoo sighting?

You can log sightings of Large Hawk-Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code larhac2, or on iNaturalist.