About the Pallid Cuckoo
The Pallid Cuckoo (Heteroscenes pallidus) 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 palcuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Heteroscenes pallidus |
| Species Codes | palcuc1, PACU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pallid Cuckoo belong to?
The Pallid Cuckoo (Heteroscenes pallidus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Pallid Cuckoo?
The Pallid 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 Pallid Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Pallid Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code palcuc1, or on iNaturalist.