About the Chestnut-crowned Antpitta
The Chestnut-crowned Antpitta (Grallaria ruficapilla) is a species of bird in the Antpittas family (Grallariidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 70 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chcant2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Antpittas (Grallariidae) |
| Species | Grallaria ruficapilla |
| Species Codes | chcant2, CCAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-crowned Antpitta belong to?
The Chestnut-crowned Antpitta (Grallaria ruficapilla) belongs to the Antpittas family (Grallariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-crowned Antpitta?
The Chestnut-crowned Antpitta is a member of the Antpittas family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chestnut-crowned Antpitta sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-crowned Antpitta on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chcant2, or on iNaturalist.