About the Chestnut-bellied Guan
The Chestnut-bellied Guan (Penelope ochrogaster) 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 chbgua1 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 ochrogaster |
| Species Codes | chbgua1, CBGU |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-bellied Guan belong to?
The Chestnut-bellied Guan (Penelope ochrogaster) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Chestnut-bellied Guan?
The Chestnut-bellied Guan is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Chestnut-bellied Guan?
The Chestnut-bellied 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 Chestnut-bellied Guan sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-bellied Guan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chbgua1, or on iNaturalist.