About the Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo
The Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus rufipennis) 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 rwgcuc1 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 rufipennis |
| Species Codes | rwgcuc1, RWGC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo belong to?
The Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus rufipennis) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo?
The Rufous-winged 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-winged Ground-Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rwgcuc1, or on iNaturalist.