About the Cauca Guan
The Cauca Guan (Penelope perspicax) 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 caugua1 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 perspicax |
| Species Codes | caugua1, CAGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cauca Guan belong to?
The Cauca Guan (Penelope perspicax) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Cauca Guan?
The Cauca 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 Cauca Guan sighting?
You can log sightings of Cauca Guan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code caugua1, or on iNaturalist.