About the Bearded Guan
The Bearded Guan (Penelope barbata) is a species of bird in the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 57 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code beagua1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows (Cracidae) |
| Species | Penelope barbata |
| Species Codes | beagua1, BEGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bearded Guan belong to?
The Bearded Guan (Penelope barbata) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Bearded Guan?
The Bearded Guan is a member of the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bearded Guan sighting?
You can log sightings of Bearded Guan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code beagua1, or on iNaturalist.