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Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

Least Concern

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Black-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus erythropthalmus) 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.

Widely distributed across Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Cuculiformes (Cuculiformes)

Species

Coccyzus erythropthalmus (Black-billed Cuckoo)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハシグロカッコウ

Chinese 黑嘴美洲鵑

Spanish Cuclillo pico negro

French Coulicou à bec noir

German Schwarzschnabelkuckuck

Portuguese papa-lagarta-de-bico-preto

Russian Черноклювая американская кукушка

Similar Species in Coccyzus

Coccyzus melacoryphus

Pearly-breasted Cuckoo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-billed Cuckoo?

The scientific name of Black-billed Cuckoo is Coccyzus erythropthalmus. It belongs to the genus Coccyzus.

What is the conservation status of Black-billed Cuckoo?

Black-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus erythropthalmus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black-billed Cuckoo live?

Black-billed Cuckoo is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Black-billed Cuckoo belong to?

Black-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus erythropthalmus) belongs to the genus Coccyzus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cuculidae.

Is Black-billed Cuckoo endangered?

No, Black-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus erythropthalmus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Black-billed Cuckoo belong to?

Black-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus erythropthalmus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Black-billed Cuckoo?

The closest relatives of Black-billed Cuckoo in the genus Coccyzus include Cocos Cuckoo, Dark-billed Cuckoo, Gray-capped Cuckoo, Mangrove Cuckoo, Pearly-breasted Cuckoo.