About the Lesser Black Coucal
The Lesser Black Coucal (Centropus bernsteini) 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 lebcou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus bernsteini |
| Species Codes | lebcou1, LBCO, BBCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Black Coucal belong to?
The Lesser Black Coucal (Centropus bernsteini) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Black Coucal?
The Lesser Black Coucal 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 Lesser Black Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Black Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lebcou1, or on iNaturalist.