About the Black Guan
The Black Guan (Chamaepetes unicolor) 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 blagua1 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 | Chamaepetes unicolor |
| Species Codes | blagua1, BLAG, BLGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Guan belong to?
The Black Guan (Chamaepetes unicolor) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Black Guan?
The Black 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 Black Guan sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Guan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blagua1, or on iNaturalist.
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