About the Snail-eating Coua
The Snail-eating Coua (Coua delalandei) 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 snecou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Coua delalandei |
| Species Codes | snecou1, SECO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Snail-eating Coua belong to?
The Snail-eating Coua (Coua delalandei) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Snail-eating Coua?
The Snail-eating Coua 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 Snail-eating Coua sighting?
You can log sightings of Snail-eating Coua on eBird (ebird.org) using species code snecou1, or on iNaturalist.