About the Rufous Coucal
The Rufous Coucal (Centropus unirufus) 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 rufcou1 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 unirufus |
| Species Codes | rufcou1, RUCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous Coucal belong to?
The Rufous Coucal (Centropus unirufus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous Coucal?
The Rufous 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 Rufous Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rufcou1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
23
iNat Observations
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