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Squirrel Cuckoo

Piaya cayana

Least Concern

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

Cuculiformes (Cuculiformes)

Species

Piaya cayana (Squirrel Cuckoo)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Squirrel Cuckoo?

The scientific name of Squirrel Cuckoo is Piaya cayana. It belongs to the genus Piaya.

What is the conservation status of Squirrel Cuckoo?

Squirrel Cuckoo (Piaya cayana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Squirrel Cuckoo live?

Squirrel Cuckoo is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Squirrel Cuckoo belong to?

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

Is Squirrel Cuckoo endangered?

No, Squirrel Cuckoo (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 Squirrel Cuckoo belong to?

Squirrel Cuckoo (Piaya cayana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Squirrel Cuckoo?

The closest relatives of Squirrel Cuckoo in the genus Piaya include Black-bellied Cuckoo, Little Cuckoo.