About the Philippine Hawk-Cuckoo
The Philippine Hawk-Cuckoo (Hierococcyx pectoralis) 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 phhcuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Hierococcyx pectoralis |
| Species Codes | phhcuc1, PHHC, PHCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Hawk-Cuckoo belong to?
The Philippine Hawk-Cuckoo (Hierococcyx pectoralis) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Hawk-Cuckoo?
The Philippine Hawk-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 Philippine Hawk-Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Hawk-Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phhcuc1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
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