About the Long-billed Cuckoo
The Long-billed Cuckoo (Chalcites megarhynchus) 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 lobcuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Chalcites megarhynchus |
| Species Codes | lobcuc1, LBCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-billed Cuckoo belong to?
The Long-billed Cuckoo (Chalcites megarhynchus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Long-billed Cuckoo?
The Long-billed 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 Long-billed Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-billed Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lobcuc1, or on iNaturalist.