About the Scaled Ground-Cuckoo
The Scaled Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus squamiger) 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 scgcuc1 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 squamiger |
| Species Codes | scgcuc1, SGCU, SCGC, RVGC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scaled Ground-Cuckoo belong to?
The Scaled Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus squamiger) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Scaled Ground-Cuckoo?
The Scaled 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 Scaled Ground-Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Scaled Ground-Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scgcuc1, or on iNaturalist.