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Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo

Neomorphus geoffroyi

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Cuculiformes (Cuculiformes)

Species

Neomorphus geoffroyi (Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese チャバラアメリカジカッコウ

Chinese 棕腹鸡鹃

Spanish Cuco Hormiguero Ventrirrufo

French Géocoucou de Geoffroy

German Geoffroygrundkuckuck

Portuguese jacu-estalo

Russian Рыжегузая земляная кукушка

Similar Species in Neomorphus

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Banded Ground-Cuckoo

Neomorphus radiolosus

Endangered

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Red-billed Ground-Cuckoo

Neomorphus pucheranii

Least Concern

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Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo

Neomorphus rufipennis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo?

The scientific name of Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo is Neomorphus geoffroyi. It belongs to the genus Neomorphus.

What is the conservation status of Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo?

Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus geoffroyi) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo live?

Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo belong to?

Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus geoffroyi) belongs to the genus Neomorphus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cuculidae.

Is Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo endangered?

Yes, Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus geoffroyi) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo belong to?

Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo (Neomorphus geoffroyi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo?

The closest relatives of Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo in the genus Neomorphus include Banded Ground-Cuckoo, Red-billed Ground-Cuckoo, Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo, Scaled Ground-Cuckoo.