About the Black Curassow
The Black Curassow (Crax alector) 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 blacur1 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 | Crax alector |
| Species Codes | blacur1, BLCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Curassow belong to?
The Black Curassow (Crax alector) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Black Curassow?
The Black Curassow 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 Black Curassow sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Curassow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blacur1, or on iNaturalist.