About the Sumatran Ground-Cuckoo
The Sumatran Ground-Cuckoo (Carpococcyx viridis) 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 sugcuc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Carpococcyx viridis |
| Species Codes | sugcuc1, SGCU, SUGC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sumatran Ground-Cuckoo belong to?
The Sumatran Ground-Cuckoo (Carpococcyx viridis) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Sumatran Ground-Cuckoo?
The Sumatran 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 Sumatran Ground-Cuckoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Sumatran Ground-Cuckoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sugcuc1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cuckoos 156 species
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Quick Stats
Cuculiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
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