About the Pied Coucal
The Pied Coucal (Centropus ateralbus) 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 piecou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus ateralbus |
| Species Codes | piecou1, PICO, WNCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pied Coucal belong to?
The Pied Coucal (Centropus ateralbus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Pied Coucal?
The Pied Coucal 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 Pied Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Pied Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code piecou1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
25
iNat Observations
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