Piaye écureuil

About

Squirrel Cuckoo (Piaya cayana) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Aves (oiseau)

Order

Cuculiformes (Cuculiformes)

Family

Cuculidae

Genus

Piaya

Species

Piaya cayana (Piaye écureuil)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese リスカッコウ

Chinese 灰腹棕鵑

Spanish Cuclillo canela

French Piaye écureuil

German Eichhornkuckuck

Portuguese alma-de-gato

Russian Пиайа

Similar Species in Piaya

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Piaye à ventre noir

Piaya melanogaster

Least Concern

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Little Cuckoo

Piaya minuta

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Piaye écureuil?

The scientific name of Piaye écureuil is Piaya cayana. It belongs to the genus Piaya.

What is the conservation status of Piaye écureuil?

Piaye écureuil (Piaya cayana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Piaye écureuil live?

Piaye écureuil is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Piaye écureuil belong to?

Piaye écureuil (Piaya cayana) belongs to the genus Piaya, which is part of the taxonomic family Cuculidae.

Is Piaye écureuil endangered?

No, Piaye écureuil (Piaya cayana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Piaye écureuil belong to?

Piaye écureuil (Piaya cayana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Piaye écureuil?

The closest relatives of Piaye écureuil in the genus Piaya include Piaye à ventre noir, Little Cuckoo.