About the Philippine Cockatoo
The Philippine Cockatoo (Cacatua haematuropygia) is a species of bird in the Cockatoos family (Cacatuidae), within the order Psittaciformes. This family contains 22 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code phicoc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Cockatoos (Cacatuidae) |
| Species | Cacatua haematuropygia |
| Species Codes | phicoc1, PHCO, RVCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Cockatoo belong to?
The Philippine Cockatoo (Cacatua haematuropygia) belongs to the Cockatoos family (Cacatuidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Cockatoo?
The Philippine Cockatoo is a member of the Cockatoos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Philippine Cockatoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Cockatoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phicoc1, or on iNaturalist.