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The common cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) is a species of bird in the family Cuculidae, order Cuculiformes, class Aves, and phylum Chordata. Described by Linnaeus in 1758, it is an accepted taxon within the genus Cuculus. The organism exhibits diurnality and is characterized by brood parasitism, carnivorous habits, and oviparity. Its primary food sources include insects, caterpillars, eggs, and chicks.

This species has a conservation status of Least Concern as assessed by the IUCN in 2024. Its range includes China, the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, and France. Physical measurements indicate a wingspan of 58 and a mass of 117. In the wild, maximum longevity reaches 12.9 years. The average litter size is 9.2, with an egg incubation period of 12 days. The common cuckoo has received the award of Bird of the Year.