About the Mexican Squirrel-Cuckoo
The Mexican Squirrel-Cuckoo (Piaya mexicana) 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 squcuc2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Piaya mexicana |
| Species Codes | squcuc2, MSCU, MESC, SQCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mexican Squirrel-Cuckoo belong to?
The Mexican Squirrel-Cuckoo (Piaya mexicana) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Mexican Squirrel-Cuckoo?
The Mexican Squirrel-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 Mexican Squirrel-Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Mexican Squirrel-Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code squcuc2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
2,501
iNat Observations
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