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