About the Red-capped Coua
The Red-capped Coua (Coua ruficeps) 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 reccou2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Coua ruficeps |
| Species Codes | reccou2, RCCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-capped Coua belong to?
The Red-capped Coua (Coua ruficeps) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Red-capped Coua?
The Red-capped Coua 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 Red-capped Coua sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-capped Coua on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reccou2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
55
iNat Observations
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