About the Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo
The Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus geoffroyi) 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 rvgcuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Neomorphus geoffroyi |
| Species Codes | rvgcuc1, RVGC |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo belong to?
The Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus geoffroyi) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo?
The Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo?
The Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo 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-vented Ground-Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rvgcuc1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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