About the Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo
The rufous-winged ground cuckoo is a species of cuckoo in the tribe Neomorphini of subfamily Crotophaginae. It is found in Brazil, Guyana, Venezuela, and possibly Colombia.
Source: Wikipedia
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 species of cuckoo in the tribe Neomorphini of subfamily Crotophaginae. It is found in Brazil, Guyana, Venezuela, and possibly Colombia....
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.
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
5
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