About the Purple-throated Cuckooshrike
The Purple-throated Cuckooshrike (Campephaga quiscalina) is a species of bird in the Cuckooshrikes family (Campephagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 108 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code putcus1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cuckooshrikes (Campephagidae) |
| Species | Campephaga quiscalina |
| Species Codes | putcus1, PTCS, PTCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-throated Cuckooshrike belong to?
The Purple-throated Cuckooshrike (Campephaga quiscalina) belongs to the Cuckooshrikes family (Campephagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Purple-throated Cuckooshrike?
The Purple-throated Cuckooshrike is a member of the Cuckooshrikes family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Purple-throated Cuckooshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-throated Cuckooshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code putcus1, or on iNaturalist.