About the Violaceous Coucal
The Violaceous Coucal (Centropus violaceus) 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 viocou1 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 violaceus |
| Species Codes | viocou1, VICO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violaceous Coucal belong to?
The Violaceous Coucal (Centropus violaceus) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Violaceous Coucal?
The Violaceous 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 Violaceous Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Violaceous Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code viocou1, or on iNaturalist.