178 observationsLeast Concern
Blue Malkoha
Ceuthmochares aereus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Aves βΊOrder: Cuculiformes βΊFamily: Cuculidae βΊGenus: Ceuthmochares
About
The blue malkoha or chattering yellowbill (Ceuthmochares aereus) is a species of cuckoo in the family Cuculidae. It was formerly conspecific with the green malkoha until split in 2016. It has a widespread distribution across the tropical evergreen forests of Africa of west and central Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Blue Malkoha is Ceuthmochares aereus.
- The Blue Malkoha has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Blue Malkoha belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Blue Malkoha belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Blue Malkoha belongs to the class Aves.
- Blue Malkoha belongs to the order Cuculiformes.
- Blue Malkoha belongs to the family Cuculidae.
- Blue Malkoha belongs to the genus Ceuthmochares.