About the Brown Jacamar
The Brown Jacamar (Brachygalba lugubris) is a species of bird in the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brojac2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Jacamars (Galbulidae) |
| Species | Brachygalba lugubris |
| Species Codes | brojac2, BRJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Jacamar belong to?
The Brown Jacamar (Brachygalba lugubris) belongs to the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Brown Jacamar?
The Brown Jacamar is a member of the Jacamars family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown Jacamar sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Jacamar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brojac2, or on iNaturalist.