About the Pavonine Cuckoo
The Pavonine Cuckoo (Dromococcyx pavoninus) 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 pavcuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Dromococcyx pavoninus |
| Species Codes | pavcuc1, PACU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pavonine Cuckoo belong to?
The Pavonine Cuckoo (Dromococcyx pavoninus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Pavonine Cuckoo?
The Pavonine 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 Pavonine Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Pavonine Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pavcuc1, or on iNaturalist.