About the Red-crested Malkoha
The Red-crested Malkoha (Dasylophus superciliosus) 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 recmal1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Dasylophus superciliosus |
| Species Codes | recmal1, RCMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-crested Malkoha belong to?
The Red-crested Malkoha (Dasylophus superciliosus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Red-crested Malkoha?
The Red-crested Malkoha 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-crested Malkoha sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-crested Malkoha on eBird (ebird.org) using species code recmal1, 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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