About the Short-toed Coucal
The Short-toed Coucal (Centropus rectunguis) 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 shtcou1 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 rectunguis |
| Species Codes | shtcou1, STCO |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-toed Coucal belong to?
The Short-toed Coucal (Centropus rectunguis) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Short-toed Coucal?
The Short-toed Coucal is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Short-toed Coucal?
The Short-toed 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 Short-toed Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-toed Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shtcou1, or on iNaturalist.