Coccycua is a small genus of birds in the cuckoo family, Cuculidae. Its three species are found in the tropical Americas. Formerly, they were divided among in Coccyzus (two species) and Piaya (one species), or the former were assigned to Micrococcyx and only the latter to Coccycua.

The little cuckoo (Coccycua minuta) is a species of bird in the cuckoo family (Cuculidae) from South America and Panama. It was formerly placed in the genus Piaya , but was moved to the reinstated genus Coccycua following the discovery that its closest living relatives are a couple species traditionally placed in Coccyzus or Micrococcyx ...

Its name Coccycua derives from coccys = cuckoo and Coua which is a genus of cuculiform birds endemic to Madagascar. The epithet pumila derives from Latin and means tiny. It is an inconspicuous cuckoo that prefers dry areas although it has spread to more humid regions in deforested areas.

The dwarf cuckoo (Coccycua pumila) is a tropical American bird species of the cuckoo family (Cuculidae). It was formerly placed in the genus Coccyzus or Micrococcyx. Following the discovery that it belongs to a distinct lineage around the little cuckoo, the genus Coccycua has been reinstated for these. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Panama ...

Much smaller and relatively shorter-tailed than Squirrel Cuckoo. Uncommon but widespread in lowlands and foothills, preferring thick understory at forest edges, often near water. Usually skulky and difficult to see. Listen for a nasal “enk!” and ascending rattle. Take Merlin with you in the field!

Jul 11, 2023 · The Little Cuckoos (Coccycua minuta) is a tropical American bird species of the cuckoo family (Cuculidae). It was formerly placed in the genus Piaya but a monotypic genus Coccycua was once erected for it.

The little cuckoo (Coccycua minuta) is a species of bird in the cuckoo family (Cuculidae) from South America and Panama. It was formerly placed in the genus Piaya but a monotypic genus Coccycua was once erected for it.

Identification record : Dwarf Cuckoo (Coccycua pumila) is a bird which belongs to the family of Cuculidés and the order of Cuculiformes.

Jan 17, 2023 · The ash-colored cuckoo (Coccycua cinerea) is an American bird species of the cuckoo family (Cuculidae). It was formerly placed in the genus Coccyzus or Micrococcyx. Following the discovery that it belongs to a distinct lineage around the little cuckoo, the genus Coccycua has been reinstated for these.

The Dwarf Cuckoo (Coccycua pumila) is a fascinating and often overlooked bird that inhabits the lush canopies and underbrush of tropical forests and scrublands. With striking characteristics and unique behaviors, this small member of the cuckoo family offers much to discover for both bird enthusiasts and casual observers alike.